Global Supply Chain Manager - Multi-Country, Travel-Heavy

Recruitpro Solutions; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 419,000 - 629,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitpro Solutions in Mauritius is seeking a senior procurement and supply chain leader to drive multi-country sourcing, planning and logistics across steel, polymers, chemicals and bearings. You will own category strategies, negotiate with suppliers including China, and shape the group supply plan.

This role demands extensive SYSPRO ERP experience, ownership of S&OP processes, and the ability to travel up to 35–45% while relocating as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in a related field and 12+ years in industrial procurement and supply chain.
• Minimum 5 years in a group or multi-country role with delegated buying authority.
• Direct sourcing experience including supplier management in China.
• ERP experience with SYSPRO and familiarity with S&OP processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a multi-country supply chain team covering procurement, planning and logistics.
• Own group category strategies across multiple material families and regions.
• Identify, qualify, appoint and negotiate with suppliers including direct sourcing in China.
• Operate supplier scorecards and drive cost reductions through strategic supplier management.
• Own the group supply plan and contribute to monthly S&OP reconciliations.
• Own inventory policy, days of inventory, and excess/obsolete stock.
• Oversee inbound/intercompany logistics, freight, Incoterms and customs optimization.
• Own landed cost model with Finance and deliver verified savings.
• Maintain supply risk register and ensure alternate sources for critical items.
• Ensure distributors and service parts are replenished reliably.
• Own master data accuracy in SYSPRO and drive process automation.
• Bring supplier technology and cost-down opportunities to Engineering and Operations.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Fluent English

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management

Industrial Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Commerce

Tools

SYSPRO ERP

MRP

Job description

Recruitpro Solutions in Mauritius is seeking a senior procurement and supply chain leader to drive multi-country sourcing, planning and logistics across steel, polymers, chemicals and bearings. You will own category strategies, negotiate with suppliers including China, and shape the group supply plan.

This role demands extensive SYSPRO ERP experience, ownership of S&OP processes, and the ability to travel up to 35–45% while relocating as needed.