Key Responsibilities:
Develop and publish comprehensive supply and distribution plans across the fuels value chain. Conduct tactical market and competitor analysis regionally. Support budget, capital, and business planning processes with critical insights. Collaborate with Natural Work Teams (NWTs) to meet business needs, identify risks, and capitalize on market opportunities. Track and adjust supply plans to meet inventory targets, manage working capital, and mitigate price risks. Lead and facilitate cross-functional meetings to analyse and align supply and demand strategies. Provide detailed inventory analysis and identify opportunities for optimization in cost, distribution, and scheduling. Align refinery campaign plans with shipping, buy/sell plans, and demand forecasts. Develop plans to achieve inventory targets and drive business performance. Support risk management, continuous improvement initiatives, and business continuity planning.  
Qualifications & Experience:
University Degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management. 5+ years of experience in supply chain planning, including scenario modelling. Advanced Excel skills are essential; experience with scheduling tools is an advantage. Strong understanding of supply chain optimization, inventory management, and related fields such as economics and manufacturing. Knowledge of the South African fuels market, infrastructure, product qualities, and economic drivers is a plus.