Supply Chain Manager (JB6002)

Muizenberg, Western Cape
R75 - R CTC per month, no benefits
Permanent

Seeking a commercially strong and operationally focused Supply Chain Manager to oversee and manage all supply chain functions within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring efficient procurement, inventory control, logistics, and forecasting while maintaining cost discipline, supplier performance, and operational efficiency. The successful candidate will play a key role in aligning supply chain operations with production and demand requirements within a food manufacturing / FMCG environment.

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management
• Minimum 5+ years' experience in supply chain, procurement, or operations management
• Experience within FMCG, food manufacturing, or production environments
• Strong experience in supplier negotiations and strategic sourcing
• Proven experience in forecasting, demand planning, and inventory management
• Strong understanding of landed cost calculations and cost control
• Knowledge of Food Safety Management Systems and compliance requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

• Oversee and manage all supply chain functions including procurement, inventory, warehousing, and logistics.
• Ensure operational efficiency across all supply chain processes to support production and distribution.
• Supervise and support the Supply Chain Coordinator to ensure effective execution of daily activities.

• Manage procurement of raw materials in line with production requirements.
• Develop, negotiate, and maintain supplier agreements to ensure cost efficiency and supply reliability.
• Evaluate supplier performance and implement corrective actions where necessary.

• Calculate and manage landed costs including freight, duties, and associated logistics costs.
• Monitor and control material costs to align with business profitability targets.
• Identify cost saving opportunities and process improvements within the supply chain.

• Develop and maintain procurement and supply forecasts.
• Work closely with sales and production teams to align demand planning and supply requirements.
• Ensure forecasting accuracy to prevent stockouts and excess inventory.

• Oversee inventory planning and stock control to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Ensure efficient movement of materials into production and distribution channels.
• Manage logistics processes including shipping, receiving, and distribution coordination.

• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and supply chain traceability requirements.
• Support quality and compliance initiatives across all supply chain processes.

• Senior-level role within a growing manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to take ownership of full supply chain operations
• High impact position influencing cost, efficiency, and performance
• Exposure to strategic decision making within operations

Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.