Supply Chain Manager / Business Planner – Manufacturing

Location: Accra, Ghana
Employment Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: 30 June 2026

About Polytanks Ghana

Polytanks Ghana is one of Ghana’s leading manufacturing companies, delivering innovative packaging, water storage, and industrial solutions to businesses and households nationwide. With a strong commitment to quality, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction, we continue to invest in advanced manufacturing capabilities and world-class supply chain practices that drive sustainable growth.

As part of our continued expansion, we are seeking an experienced and strategic Supply Chain Manager / Business Planner to lead planning, procurement, inventory, and logistics activities within our manufacturing operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence business performance, optimize operational efficiency, and support the delivery of exceptional customer service.

Position Summary

The Supply Chain Manager / Business Planner will play a critical role in aligning demand, production, procurement, inventory, and distribution activities to support business objectives. The successful candidate will lead forecasting, sales and operations planning (S&OP), production scheduling, supplier management, inventory optimization, and logistics coordination to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations.

This position requires a highly analytical and results-oriented professional with strong planning capabilities, commercial awareness, and the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple functions.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Business Planning

Demand Forecasting

• Analyze historical sales data, customer trends, and market intelligence to develop accurate demand forecasts.
• Monitor market developments and customer demand patterns to improve forecast accuracy.
• Support business planning activities, particularly during peak production and sales periods.

Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)

• Lead monthly Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings involving Sales, Finance, Procurement, Production, and Logistics teams.
• Align production capacity, inventory levels, and procurement plans with customer requirements and business objectives.
• Facilitate cross-functional decision-making to support operational efficiency and service excellence.

Risk Management

• Identify potential supply chain risks, including raw material shortages, supplier disruptions, transportation delays, and capacity constraints.
• Develop and implement contingency plans to minimize operational disruptions.
• Monitor supply chain performance and proactively address emerging risks.

Production Planning & Scheduling

Capacity Management

• Convert customer demand and sales forecasts into detailed production schedules.
• Optimize the utilization of manufacturing assets, including corrugators, die-cutters, printers, and related production equipment.
• Balance production workloads to maximize efficiency and throughput.

Lead Time Management

• Establish realistic production and delivery lead times based on capacity, inventory availability, and operational priorities.
• Collaborate with customer service and sales teams to ensure accurate customer commitments.

Bottleneck Resolution

• Identify production constraints and operational bottlenecks.
• Implement corrective actions to minimize downtime, improve workflow efficiency, and maintain production schedules.
• Work closely with production and maintenance teams to resolve operational challenges.

Procurement & Inventory Control

Raw Material Sourcing

• Manage supplier relationships to ensure a reliable supply of paper, inks, starch, and other production materials.
• Support sourcing initiatives that achieve quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
• Participate in supplier negotiations and contract management activities.

Inventory Optimization

• Maintain optimal inventory levels to support uninterrupted production while minimizing excess inventory and working capital requirements.
• Monitor inventory turnover, stock accuracy, and material consumption trends.
• Implement inventory management strategies that improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Supplier Performance Management

• Develop and maintain supplier performance scorecards.
• Monitor supplier quality, reliability, responsiveness, and on-time delivery performance.
• Collaborate with suppliers to drive continuous improvement and strengthen supply chain performance.

Logistics & Distribution Management

Transportation & Carrier Management

• Select, evaluate, and manage transportation providers to ensure cost-effective and reliable inbound and outbound logistics operations.
• Optimize transportation routes and logistics processes to improve efficiency and service delivery.

Delivery Performance

• Monitor and improve On-Time In-Full (OTIF) performance metrics.
• Coordinate with production, warehousing, and logistics teams to ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Implement initiatives that enhance customer satisfaction through improved delivery performance.

Performance Analysis & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze supply chain performance data and identify opportunities for operational improvement.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to forecasting accuracy, inventory management, supplier performance, production efficiency, and logistics performance.
• Lead initiatives that improve productivity, reduce costs, and strengthen overall supply chain effectiveness.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement programs across the organization.

Qualifications & Experience

Educational Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in:

• Supply Chain Management
• Business Administration
• Industrial Engineering
• Operations Management
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• Or a related discipline from a recognized institution

Professional Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in supply chain management, business planning, production planning, or manufacturing operations.
• Proven experience within packaging, manufacturing, FMCG, industrial production, or other high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing forecasting, production scheduling, procurement, inventory control, and logistics operations.

Professional Certifications

The following certifications will be highly advantageous:

• Membership in a recognized Supply Chain Management professional body.
• APICS / ASCM Certifications.
• CIPS Qualifications.
• Lean Six Sigma Certification.
• Other relevant supply chain or operations management certifications.

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Competencies

• Demand Forecasting and Business Planning
• Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)
• Production Planning and Scheduling
• Procurement and Supplier Management
• Inventory Optimization and Stock Control
• Logistics and Distribution Management
• Capacity Planning and Resource Allocation
• Supply Chain Risk Management
• Data Analysis and Business Intelligence
• ERP Systems (SAP preferred)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, Data Modelling)
• KPI Development and Performance Management

Behavioral Competencies

• Strategic Thinking and Commercial Acumen
• Strong Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
• Excellent Planning and Organizational Abilities
• Effective Negotiation and Supplier Relationship Management Skills
• Strong Leadership and Stakeholder Management Capabilities
• Ability to make data-driven decisions under pressure
• Excellent Communication and Presentation Skills
• Results-Oriented and Continuous Improvement Mindset
• High Integrity, Accountability, and Professionalism

How to Apply

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