MRP Officer

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The MRP Officer ensures uninterrupted production by translating demand forecasts into material requirements. Requires Diploma and 2 years experience, with ERP skills. On-site full-time in Thika.

• Diploma minimum qualification
• Mid-level with 2 years experience
• ERP system expertise required
• On-site full-time role in Thika

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Find a Job + + + + Search MRP Officer Mjengo Limited Supply Chain & Procurement 1 month ago Easy apply Thika Full Time Retail, Fashion & FMCG Confidential Share link Share on WhatsApp Share on LinkedIn Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share via SMS Job summary The MRP (Materials Requirements Planning) Officer ensures uninterrupted production by translating demand forecasts and orders into accurate material requirements and purchase recommendations. The role maintains optimum inventory levels, drives timely procurement actions, supports production scheduling, and minimises stockouts and obsolescence. Min Qualification: Diploma Experience Level: Mid level Experience Length: 2 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Thika, Kenya Job descriptions & requirements Location: Mjengo Limited, (Thika, Kenya) Reports to: Supply Chain / Planning Manager or Head of Operations Job type: Full-time, on-site (may require occasional weekend during peaks) Key responsibilities: Daily / Operational • Run the MRP (daily or per agreed schedule) and review exception reports (shortages, overdue orders, surplus suggestions). • Raise material requisitions/purchase requests for raw materials (flour, sugar, fats, additives), packaging (wrappers, cartons), and MRO items based on MRP outputs and safety stock levels. • Monitor stock movements and update system stock balances after receipts, issues, and adjustments. • Liaise with procurement to expedite critical items and confirm delivery ETA. • Support production planner with real-time materials availability checks and clip-off decisions. • Maintain accurate master data: BOMs (Bill of Materials), routings, lead times, scrap factors, pack sizes, and part descriptions. Weekly • Reconcile physical stock vs. system balances for key SKUs; investigate and report variances. • Prepare short-term material availability reports for the weekly production meeting. • Validate supplier lead-time performance and highlight risks to Supply Chain Manager. • Update and maintain ABC/FSN classifications and recommend changes to reorder points/safety stock where warranted. Monthly / Periodic • Help produce the MRP-driven monthly procurement plan aligned with demand forecast and sales orders. • Support month-end inventory close: assist stores team with cycle counts, adjustments and root-cause analysis. • Review and update lead times, lot sizes, minimum order quantities, and safety stocks based on consumption history and supplier performance. • Assist in new SKU introductions: set up BOMs, pack codes, and initial MRP parameters; confirm trial consumption and buffer levels . • Contribute to continuous improvement activities: reduce carrying costs, improve forecast adherence, optimise order quantities. Strategic / Cross-functional • Work with Demand Planner / Sales to reconcile forecast vs. actual consumption and adjust MRP inputs. • Partner with Quality, Production and Procurement to resolve rejects, quarantines, and returned materials that affect availability. • Support supplier development and alternate sourcing efforts by providing consumption and forecasting data. • Participate in ERP implementation/upgrades and testing related to planning and inventory modules. Technical skills & tools • Strong hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAP MM/PP or Business One, Oracle NetSuite, Odoo, Microsoft Dynamics or similar). • Proficient with Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic macros). • Familiar with MRP concepts: BOM, lead time offsetting, pegging, safety stock calculation, lotsizing methods (EOQ, min-max). • Understanding of GMP, food safety traceability (FIFO/LIFO where applicable), and shelf-life controls for perishable ingredients. • Ability to interpret production schedules, master production schedule (MPS) and translate into material plans. Qualifications & experience • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Food Technology or related field. • 2–5 years’ hands-on experience in MRP/planning within an FMCG manufacturing environment — experience specifically in bakery/biscuit/snack manufacturing is highly desirable. • Demonstrable experience working with ERP planning modules and material planning best practices. • Knowledge of Kenyan procurement practices, import documentation (SAD forms, clearing processes) and local supplier landscape is an advantage. Competencies & behaviours • Analytical and detail-oriented — strong problem-solving and data validation skills. • Organised and deadline-driven; able to prioritise in a high-speed production environment. • Good communicator — able to work across Procurement, Stores, Production, Quality and Sales teams. • Proactive — flags risks early and proposes mitigation (expedites, alternate sources, temporary substitutions). • Ethical and compliance-minded — maintains accurate records and adheres to food safety and company policies. Key Perform