Supply Chain Manager

Key Responsibilities Supply Chain Strategy: Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with the companys objectives, leveraging principles to optimize throughput. Inventory Management: Utilize Dynamic Buffer Management to maintain optimal inventory levels, reduce excess stock, and ensure product availability. Demand Planning: Collaborate with internal departments to forecast demand and align resources accordingly. Supplier Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery and quality of goods. Negotiate costs/rates with suppliers and logistics partners. Process Optimization: Continuously evaluate and improve supply chain processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and increase customer satisfaction with the use of Syspro and OneBeat. Performance Monitoring: Set and track KPIs, using data-driven insights to drive continuous improvement in the supply chain. Enhance supply chain visibility (end to end) using technology Quality Assurance and Risk Management: Ensure all products and processes meet quality standards and regulatory requirements, implementing quality control measures throughout the supply chain to increase customer satisfaction and reduce risk. Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop the supply chain team to ensure high performance and adherence to best practices. Budget Management: Develop and manage the supply chain budget, ensuring financial targets are met and resources are allocated effectively. Key Skills and Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing or distribution environment. Experience with international logistics, customs regulations is essential Proficiency in supply chain management software (SYSPRO ERP / OneBeat) or similar software is important. Strong knowledge of supply chain processes and best practices such as Dynamic Buffer Management and Theory of Constraints (TOC) methodologies would be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills. Proven ability to identify and resolve problems in complex supply chains. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams. Leadership experience with a track record of managing and developing high-performing teams. If you are passionate about optimizing supply chain processes and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we encourage you to apply

Location: Cape Town Region, ZA

Posted Date: 1/7/2025