Director of Supply Chain & Procurement

Placements24; East London; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.000.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in East London, Eastern Cape, seeks a Director of Supply Chain & Procurement to lead operations. You will optimize end-to-end supply chain from sourcing to delivery, drive cost efficiencies, and ensure resilience.

This role requires strategic procurement expertise and global sourcing knowledge to transform supplier relationships and logistics networks. You will collaborate with production, sales and finance, implement ERP/SCM technology, and drive continuous improvement to

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement supply chain and procurement strategies to support growth and cost objectives.
• Oversee procurement: sourcing, negotiation, contract management, supplier relationships.
• Manage inventory, logistics, warehousing, and distribution for optimal flow of goods.
• Analyze supply chain performance, identify risks, and implement mitigation and improvements.
• Negotiate favorable terms to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, ethical sourcing, and environmental policies.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing supply chain and procurement team.
• Collaborate with production, sales, and finance to align activities with business needs.
• Implement and leverage ERP/SCM tech to enhance efficiency and visibility.
• Monitor market trends to identify sourcing opportunities and cost-saving measures.

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a prominent manufacturing firm, is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director of Supply Chain & Procurement to lead its operations in East London, Eastern Cape . This critical leadership role will be responsible for optimizing the entire supply chain, from sourcing raw materials to delivering finished goods, while driving cost efficiencies and ensuring supply chain resilience. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of global procurement strategies, advanced supply chain management principles, and a proven ability to manage complex supplier relationships and logistics networks. You will be instrumental in maintaining our client's competitive edge and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive supply chain and procurement strategies to support business growth and cost objectives.
• Oversee all aspects of procurement, including sourcing, negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
• Manage inventory levels, logistics, warehousing, and distribution to ensure optimal flow of goods.
• Analyze supply chain performance, identify risks, and implement strategies for mitigation and continuous improvement.
• Negotiate favorable terms and pricing with suppliers to achieve cost savings without compromising quality.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, ethical sourcing standards, and environmental policies.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing supply chain and procurement team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, sales, and finance, to align supply chain activities with business needs.
• Implement and leverage technology solutions (e.g., ERP, SCM software) to enhance efficiency and visibility across the supply chain.
• Monitor market trends and identify new sourcing opportunities and cost-saving measures.