Head of Supply Chain & Logistics - Hybrid (Richards Bay)

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-based bonuses

Relocation assistance

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work structure

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Head of Supply Chain and Logistics based in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will design and execute comprehensive supply chain strategies, oversee procurement, warehousing, and transportation, and lead a team to drive efficiency and reliability across the network.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, advanced analytics, and a commitment to safety and sustainability in a hybrid work setting in Richards Bay.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in SCM, Logistics, MBA, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive supply chain and logistics experience.
• Experience in industrial or manufacturing sectors.
• Strong leadership and team mentoring abilities.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated supply chain strategies.
• Oversee procurement, inventory, warehousing, and transportation.
• Optimize logistics networks for timely, cost-effective delivery.
• Manage supplier relationships and contracts.
• Lead data analytics to forecast demand and drive efficiency.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with production, sales, and finance.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Vendor management

Contract management

Communication

Education

Master's in SCM

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Placements24 is hiring a Head of Supply Chain and Logistics based in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will design and execute comprehensive supply chain strategies, oversee procurement, warehousing, and transportation, and lead a team to drive efficiency and reliability across the network.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, advanced analytics, and a commitment to safety and sustainability in a hybrid work setting in Richards Bay.