Centurion: Group Supply Chain Manager posted by Recruitpro Solutions

JVR Software; Gauteng; Sur place; ZAR 420 000 - 630 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

JVR Software is seeking a senior supply chain leader to span procurement, planning and logistics across multiple countries. You will own group category strategies, drive supplier performance, and manage inbound and intercompany logistics with a focus on cost reductions.

The role requires direct sourcing experience in China, strong ERP knowledge (SYSPRO), and fluency in business English. Willingness to relocate to Mauritius and travel extensively is expected.

Qualifications

• Degree required in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Commerce.

Responsabilités

• Lead and develop a multi-country supply chain team covering procurement, planning and logistics.
• Own group category strategies across steel/plate, polymers/chemicals, rubber, bearings and power transmission, castings/forgings, drives and motors, fasteners, consumables and freight.
• Identify, qualify, appoint and negotiate with suppliers, including direct sourcing in China.
• Operate supplier scorecards, drive corrective action and develop strategic suppliers.
• Own the group supply plan and provide supply chain inputs to the monthly demand and supply reconciliation (S&OP).
• Own group inventory policy, days of inventory on hand, and excess and obsolete stock.
• Own inbound and intercompany logistics, freight tendering, Incoterms, customs and duty optimisation.
• Own the landed cost model with Finance and deliver verified year-on-year cost reductions.
• Maintain the supply risk register and ensure alternate sources for critical items.
• Ensure distributors and service parts are replenished reliably.
• Own supply chain master data accuracy in SYSPRO and drive process automation.
• Bring supplier technology, alternative materials and cost-down opportunities to Engineering and Operations.

Connaissances

Fluent English

Formation

Degree in SCM / Industrial Eng / Mechanical Eng / Commerce

Outils

SYSPRO ERP

Description du poste

• At least one week per month at the manufacturing operation in Gauteng, South Africa
• At least two supplier visits per year to China, with further travel to Europe, India and other supply markets as required
• Total travel of approximately 35 to 45 percent

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a multi-country supply chain team covering procurement, planning and logistics
• Own group category strategies across steel and plate, polyurethane and chemicals, rubber compound, bearings and shafting, castings and forgings, drives and motors, fasteners, consumables and freight
• Identify, qualify, appoint and negotiate with suppliers within delegated authority, including direct sourcing in China
• Operate supplier scorecards, drive corrective action and develop strategic suppliers
• Own the group supply plan and provide supply chain inputs to the monthly demand and supply reconciliation (S&OP)
• Own group inventory policy, days of inventory on hand, and excess and obsolete stock
• Own inbound and intercompany logistics, freight tendering, Incoterms, customs and duty optimisation
• Own the landed cost model with Finance and deliver verified year-on-year cost reductions
• Maintain the supply risk register and ensure alternate sources for critical items
• Ensure distributors and service parts are replenished reliably
• Own supply chain master data accuracy in SYSPRO and drive process automation
• Bring supplier technology, alternative materials and cost-down opportunities to Engineering and Operations

Location and Travel

• Mauritius is the primary place of work
• At least one week per month at the manufacturing operation in Gauteng, South Africa
• At least two supplier visits per year to China, with further travel to Europe, India and other supply markets as required
• Total travel of approximately 35 to 45 percent

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a multi-country supply chain team covering procurement, planning and logistics
• Own group category strategies across steel and plate, polyurethane and chemicals, rubber compound, bearings and shafting, castings and forgings, drives and motors, fasteners, consumables and freight
• Identify, qualify, appoint and negotiate with suppliers within delegated authority, including direct sourcing in China
• Operate supplier scorecards, drive corrective action and develop strategic suppliers
• Own the group supply plan and provide supply chain inputs to the monthly demand and supply reconciliation (S&OP)
• Own group inventory policy, days of inventory on hand, and excess and obsolete stock
• Own inbound and intercompany logistics, freight tendering, Incoterms, customs and duty optimisation
• Own the landed cost model with Finance and deliver verified year-on-year cost reductions
• Maintain the supply risk register and ensure alternate sources for critical items
• Ensure distributors and service parts are replenished reliably
• Own supply chain master data accuracy in SYSPRO and drive process automation
• Bring supplier technology, alternative materials and cost-down opportunities to Engineering and Operations

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Commerce
• 12 years or more in industrial procurement and supply chain, of which at least 5 years in a group or multi-country role with delegated buying authority
• Category depth in at least two of: steel and plate, polymers and chemicals, rubber compound, bearings and power transmission, castings and forgings
• Proven direct sourcing from China (supplier identification, audit, qualification and negotiation without an agent)
• Demonstrated ownership of an S&OP or demand and supply reconciliation cycle
• Hands-on ERP experience (SYSPRO preferred), including MRP, item master, lead times and purchase pricing
• International logistics experience covering Incoterms, customs, and imports and exports into Africa, South America, Australia and Asia
• Ability to build and defend a landed cost model and present verified savings to a CFO
• Ability to read a bill of materials and understand fabrication, moulding, machining and assembly processes
• Experience in a multi-entity group with cross-border intercompany supply
• Fluent business English

Advantageous

• Experience building a procurement or supply chain function from the ground up
• Background in mining, bulk materials handling or heavy industrial aftermarket supply
• French language skills

Personal Attributes

• Dynamic, decisive and quick to act
• Adapts easily to change and shifting priorities
• Strong commercial negotiator with analytical rigour
• Willing and able to relocate to Mauritius and travel extensively