FMCG Supply Chain Operations Manager

Westlake, Cape Town, South Africa Posted on 23/01/2026

• Location Type Hybrid (Part office, Part remote)
• Job Type Permanent
• Remuneration Term Per Month
• Date Opened 23/01/2026
• State/Province Western Cape
• City/Town Westlake, Cape Town
• Country South Africa

A leading FMCG business is seeking a commercially astute Route-To-Market Manager to drive strategic planning, supply chain optimisation, and national distribution performance. This is a high-impact role suited to a seasoned professional with deep experience in Route-To-Market strategy, production planning, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning & Business Alignment

• Budgeting and forecasting aligned to sales roadmap
  
• Identifying risks and Capex requirements
  
• Sequencing strategy to meet business objectives
  
• Communicating operational plans weekly/monthly
  

• Integrating supply chain into procurement and production
  
• Managing production, procurement, and quality control
  
• Tracking excise-related production records
  
• Driving efficiency and waste reduction targets
  
• Procuring materials on time, in full, at best value
  
• Managing supplier relationships and cost control
  
• Leading annual supplier negotiations
  
• Identifying and implementing supplier improvements
  

• Leading national RTM strategy and distributor infrastructure
  
• Monitoring RTM dashboards and distributor performance
  
• Conducting ROI analysis and aligning with sales strategy
  

• Aligning with marketing, sales, and logistics teams
  
• Coordinating forecasting and despatch planning
  
• Managing inventory levels at distributor sites
  
• Supporting trade marketing and permit processes
  

• Overseeing logistics, warehousing, and transportation
  
• Managing full order cycle and route optimisation
  
• Supervising warehouse teams and resolving issues
  
• Meeting cost, accuracy, and delivery targets
  

• Ensuring regulatory and ISO compliance
  
• Maintaining operational certifications
  
• Analysing performance metrics for improvement
  
• Reporting on operational and financial activities
  

Minimum 8 years' experience in FMCG operations, RTM, and logistics

Proven success managing national distribution and supplier relationships

Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills

Ability to lead in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Proficiency in logistics software and financial reporting

Willingness to travel nationally

This role offers the opportunity to shape operational strategy and contribute meaningfully to business growth. Ideal for a driven, innovative leader ready to take ownership of complex, high-value processes.

If you have the skills and drive for this role, and experience required, we encourage you to apply right away.

Flexible hybrid opportunity in a growing, forward-thinking company.