Description:
Overview:
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading and managing the Supply Planning, Demand Planning, Customer Services and Logistics aspects of the business, within neighbouring countries. The role requires a strong team player who is able to work well with relevant department managers and manage a team both directly and indirectly. It also requires extensive travel to relevant markets, such as Namibia, Botswana, Ivory Coast and Lesotho.
Minimum Requirements:
Grade 12 Completed tertiary in Finance, Business Management, Logistics, Supply Chain or equivalent 3+ years in a similar role, and within a similar industry / sector
Responsibilities:
Responsible for strategic planning and direction of Supply Chain department Responsible for the full Supply Chain process, from procurement to transport and final delivery Responsible for ensuring SOPs for the department are correct, in-place and adhered to Suppliers: work closely with suppliers to ensure consistent and reliable stock supply, and at the correct quality level; negotiate pricing and secure stock Logistics: ensure stock is transported timeously directly from supplier to each store Work closely with the Operations Manager in each market regarding changes to requirements Work closely with Marketing with regards to planned campaigns within each market, stock-related impact on plans and ensuring pricing is in line with available stock Explore new ideas or platforms that would increase the effectiveness of the department Manage team members: Procurement Manager and Quality Assurance Manager Work closely with Supply Chain Co-ordinator within each market/country
Competencies:
High attention to detail Able to work under pressure Operate strategically with a long-term view Strong relationship building skills Strong data/information processing skills Able to notice trends and foresee potential problems in the business
05 Oct 2023;
from:
gumtree.co.za