Supply Chain Director

Ntice Search Solutions; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 80 000 - 150 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Supply Chain Director to lead their strategic initiatives in Durban. This pivotal role involves directing the Supply Chain Intelligence function, optimizing operations, and ensuring effective planning and coordination across all supply chain activities. With a focus on innovation and data analytics, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the organization. If you have extensive experience in supply chain management and a passion for driving efficiency and excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years' experience in supply chain management.
• 5 years at senior management/executive level in FMCG or supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Drive achievement of supply chain strategies.
• Oversee Supply Chain Planning and Coordination functions.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Report writing and presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis and synthesis

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent tertiary qualification

Tools

Supply chain management software

Data analytics tools

Job description

Supply Chain Director

Our client, a market leader in the Supply Chain sector, is seeking a Supply Chain Director, based in Durban. The successful candidate will report to the CEO.

Purpose of the Role:

- To drive the achievement of the business’s supply chain strategies.
- To direct the overall Supply Chain Intelligence function, including supply chain strategy, optimization, data analytics, business intelligence, and innovation.
- To oversee the Supply Chain Planning and Coordination functions, including Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and International Planning (imports and exports facilitation).

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Supply Chain Planning

Education and Experience:

- Appropriate undergraduate degree or equivalent tertiary qualification.
- Minimum 15 years' experience, including 5 years at senior management/executive level within the FMCG or supply chain sector—covering planning and distribution functions.
- Experience in client and stakeholder engagement and supply chain strategy is advantageous.

Knowledge:

• Supply chain principles, practices, and tools.
• Demand and supply planning principles and tools.
• Warehouse and transport network optimisation principles.
• Key performance indicators, inter-relationships, and bottom-line sensitivity.
• Information technology applications, standards, and procedures.
• Industry standards, statutory, and regulatory requirements related to SHEQ.

Skills:

• Verbal and written communication.
• Report writing and presentation skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to synthesise information from disparate sources and deliver comprehensive, balanced, and actionable analysis.
• Ability to read, understand, and develop design documents, hardware specifications, and data flow diagrams.