Senior Manager, Hybrid Global Supply Chain Operations

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus program

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Generous leave

International exposure

Hybrid work

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Manager for Supply Chain Operations to join a Johannesburg regional hub. The role combines office presence with remote flexibility, overseeing procurement, logistics, warehousing, and distribution to ensure efficiency and reliability.

You will lead a team of professionals, drive continuous improvement, and ensure alignment with global standards. The ideal candidate brings a Master’s in SCM/Logistics or related field, 10+ years in supply chain with 5+ in

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end supply chain operations, including planning, procurement, logistics, warehousing, and distribution.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of supply chain professionals.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for supply chain operations.
• Oversee inventory management to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize waste.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (sales, marketing, production) and external partners (suppliers, logistics providers).
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, safety standards, and ethical sourcing practices.
• Identify and implement technology solutions to enhance supply chain visibility and performance.
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to secure favorable terms.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout the supply chain.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Team development

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in SCM/Logistics/BA

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Manager for Supply Chain Operations to join a Johannesburg regional hub. The role combines office presence with remote flexibility, overseeing procurement, logistics, warehousing, and distribution to ensure efficiency and reliability.

You will lead a team of professionals, drive continuous improvement, and ensure alignment with global standards. The ideal candidate brings a Master’s in SCM/Logistics or related field, 10+ years in supply chain with 5+ in