NAV ERP Manager - Planning, MPS

ABOUT THE COMPANY

BURN is an eclectic group of designers, builders, and visionaries who are committed to making stoves that can transform lives and save forests. Our goal is not just to provide clean burning wood and charcoal stoves but to provide a range of super fuel efficient stoves for the 2 billion people who will inhabit sub Saharan Africa by 2050. Read below to find out a bit more about the members of the team.

JOB SUMMARY

Skills and Experience :Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, Operations Management, or related fieldERP or Microsoft Dynamics certification is an advantage5–8 years of experience in ERP management, supply chain planning, or manufacturing systemsProven experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV in manufacturingStrong experience with MPS/MRP, production planning, and inventory controlExperience supporting ERP users in fast-paced environmentsManufacturing/FMCG/industrial experience preferredStrong knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics NAV (configuration, transactions, support)Understanding of:MPS/MRP logicDemand and supply planningProduction ordersBOMs and routingsPurchase planningWarehouse and stock movement transactionsAbility to investigate and resolve NAV issues (functional and basic technical level)Understanding of ERP data structures, master data dependencies, and transaction flowsStrong Excel and reporting skillsAbility to support UAT, system testing, documentation, and change implementationSQL or NAV development knowledge is an added advantageStrong NAV technical + functional expertiseDeep understanding of production planning, MPS/MRP, and inventory processesAble to troubleshoot system issues and understand operational impactCapable of owning planning processes and improving system efficiency

RESPONSIBILITIES

MPS /MRP Process Ownership in NAVLead and manage the end-to-end Master Production Scheduling(MPS) and Material Requirements Planning(MRP) processes within Microsoft Dynamics NAV.Ensure planning parameters in NAV are correctly configured and maintained, including:lead timesreorder policiessafety stock parameterslot sizing rulesreplenishment systemsdemand planning inputsforecast consumption logicDrive system discipline to ensure MPS/MRP outputs are accurate, reliable, and aligned with business requirements.Review and optimize planning master data to improve system-generated proposals and minimize planning exceptions.Support the monthly, weekly, and daily planning cycles by ensuring NAV generates effective purchase, production, and transfer recommendations.Monitor and improve the quality of system outputs related to supply plans, shortages. Excess stock, and production scheduling.Work closely with planning, procurement, production, warehouse, and inventory teams to translate operational needs into ERP process improvements.Ensure planning transactions and system processes are executed according to standard operation procedures.Identify and resolve root causes of MRP instability, including inaccurate master data, BOM issues, routing issues, inventory discrepancies, and transactional discipline gaps                                                 NAV Functional and Technical SupportServe as the primary point of contact for NAV-related issues affecting planning, inventory, procurement, manufacturing, and related functions.Troubleshoot and resolve NAV issues raised by users, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.Analyze system errors, process failures, and data inconsistencies, and coordinate corrective actions.Provide hands-on support for NAV functional setup, issue diagnosis, testing, and user guidance.Liaise with internal IT teams, external NAV consultants, and developers where deeper technical intervention is required.Translate business issues into technical requirements and ensure solutions are properly implemented and tested.Support system upgrades, enhancements, patches, and change requests related to NAV.Maintain documentation of recurring issues, root causes, fixes, and process controls.Master Data GovernanceEnsure the integrity of planning and inventory-related master data in NAV, including:Item cardsBOMsRoutingsVendor parametersSKU classificationsReplenishment settingsProduction and warehouse parametersDevelop and enforce governance standards for data creation, maintenance, and change control.Conduct regular audits of critical data fields impacting MPS/MRP performance.Work with stakeholders to correct data inaccuracies affecting planning and execution.ERP Improvement and Process OptimizationIdentify opportunities to improve ERP-supported planning and inventory processes.Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance:Inventory healthMaterial availabilityPlan accuracyService levelsSystem usabilityRecommend and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and reporting tools within NAV.Partner with business teams to redesign workflows to improve ERP effectiveness.Support development of dashboards and KPIs for monitoring planning and ERP performance.Cross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with Supply Chain, Production, Procurement, Warehouse, Finance, and IT teams.Ensure alignment between ERP planning logic and actual operational realities.Train and guide users on proper NAV transaction discipline and best practices.Act as a bridge between business users and technical teams. Reporting, Controls and ComplianceMonitor key planning and ERP performance indicators such as:MRP exception levelsStock-outs due to planning failureExcess and obsolete inventory risksMaster data accuracySystem issue resolution lead timePlanning adherencePrepare reports and insights for management on ERP planning performance and system-related risks.Ensure planning processes in NAV are controlled, documented, and auditable.Support internal controls and compliance across ERP transactions impacting inventory and supply planning.

REQUIRED SKILLS

System administration, Stock and inventory management, Supply and demand planning, Reporting, Procurement

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree