Material Control Analyst

Volkswagen Group

. Ensure the timely availability of CKD materials to support uninterrupted production operations .

Posted 4/25/2026full-timeKariega • 🇿🇦 South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure the timely availability of CKD materials to support uninterrupted production operations
Monitor, analyse, and control CKD inventory levels in alignment with production plans and targets
Plan CKD material requirements in accordance with approved production schedules
Liaise with suppliers, expeditors, and internal stakeholders to proactively resolve material-related issues and ensure timeous deliveries
Analyse material variances, shortages, and surpluses, and implement appropriate corrective and preventative actions
Maintain accurate and up-to-date CKD material master data and transactional records within SAP
Support month-end reporting activities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the logistics and supply chain environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

National Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering
3-5 years’ experience in Material Control, Supply Chain, or Logistics, preferably in a manufacturing or automotive environment
1-2 years working knowledge of SAP (Materials Management / Logistics)
Advanced proficiency in MS Office packages, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work under pressure; self-disciplined and proactive
Effective communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive packages
Flexible Working model
Community Support

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Hard Skills & Tools

CKD material managementinventory controlmaterial variance analysiscorrective actionsmonth-end reportinglogisticssupply chain managementmaterials managementanalytical skillsproblem-solving

Soft Skills

attention to detailself-disciplineproactivityeffective communicationability to work under pressure

Certifications

National DiplomaDegree in LogisticsDegree in Supply Chain ManagementDegree in Industrial Engineering