Head of Supply Chain Operations

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybride; ZAR 2 000 000 - 3 000 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Executive compensation

Health, life & disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development & coaching

Relocation assistance

Conference attendance

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Head of Supply Chain Operations in Kimberley, Northern Cape to lead procurement, planning, inventory, warehousing and logistics. You will architect an integrated strategy, drive efficiency, reduce costs, and build resilient networks across the organisation and its suppliers.

The role demands a senior leader with deep global best practices, exceptional strategic foresight, and the ability to optimize complex operational flows while leveraging technology and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and 12+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience.
• Proven track record leading multi-site operations and achieving cost savings.
• Experience with ERP, WMS, and TMS systems; lean/Six Sigma exposure is advantageous.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute a strategic end-to-end supply chain vision.
• Oversee procurement, planning, inventory, warehousing, and logistics.
• Lead and grow a high-performing supply chain team.
• Implement and optimize ERP/WMS/TMS for visibility and efficiency.
• Negotiate favorable supplier and logistics contracts.
• Manage the supply chain budget and identify savings opportunities.
• Define and monitor KPIs and report to executive leadership.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, quality standards, and policies.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners.
• Establish contingency plans and resilience against disruptions.

Connaissances

Strategic leadership

Cost optimization

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Project management

Negotiation

Communication

Formation

Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field

Outils

SAP

Oracle ERP

WMS

TMS

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the industrial manufacturing sector, is seeking a visionary and highly experienced Head of Supply Chain Operations to lead its comprehensive supply chain and logistics functions based in Kimberley, Northern Cape . This senior leadership role is responsible for architecting and executing an integrated supply chain strategy that encompasses procurement, planning, inventory management, warehousing, and distribution. The successful candidate will drive efficiency, reduce costs, enhance service levels, and ensure resilience across the entire supply chain network. You will be instrumental in optimizing complex operational flows, leveraging technology, and building strategic relationships with suppliers and service providers. This position requires exceptional leadership, strategic foresight, and a deep understanding of global supply chain best practices. You will be the lynchpin for ensuring the smooth and cost-effective flow of goods and materials critical to our client's success in Kimberley and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic vision for the company's end-to-end supply chain, encompassing all aspects from sourcing to final delivery.


• Oversee and manage all supply chain operations, including procurement, demand planning, inventory control, warehousing, and transportation logistics.


• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.


• Implement and optimize supply chain technologies and systems (e.g., ERP, WMS, TMS) to enhance visibility, efficiency, and data accuracy.


• Negotiate contracts with suppliers and logistics providers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service levels.


• Develop and manage the supply chain budget, ensuring cost containment and identifying opportunities for savings.


• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for the supply chain, driving performance improvements and reporting to executive leadership.


• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry regulations, quality standards, and corporate policies.


• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with internal departments (e.g., manufacturing, sales) and external stakeholders.


• Develop contingency plans and risk mitigation strategies to ensure supply chain resilience in the face of disruptions.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.


• Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in supply chain management, with a significant portion in a leadership capacity.


• Proven experience in managing complex, multi-site supply chain operations, ideally with exposure to the industrial manufacturing sector in the Kimberley, Northern Cape region.


• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing strategic supply chain initiatives that have yielded significant cost savings and efficiency gains.


• Expertise in supply chain planning tools, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), WMS, and TMS solutions.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.


• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.


• Experience in negotiating with global suppliers and third-party logistics providers.


• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies is advantageous.


• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Benefits

• Our client offers an attractive executive compensation package including a highly competitive salary, substantial annual bonus potential, and equity options.


• Comprehensive executive health, life, and disability insurance, along with a top-tier retirement savings plan, are standard.


• The role also includes a generous allowance for professional development, executive coaching, and attendance at industry-leading conferences.


• Employees enjoy significant annual leave, relocation assistance if needed, and access to state-of-the-art facilities.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a critical function within a respected industry leader and shape the future of its supply chain.