Hybrid Director, Supply Chain & Logistics

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Provident fund

Annual leave

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24, a leading national distributor of FMCG, seeks a Director of Supply Chain & Logistics in Port Elizabeth. You will oversee end-to-end supply chain, from procurement to distribution, and lead a cross-functional team in a hybrid role.

You will drive cost reductions, implement innovative solutions, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure on-time delivery across the region, balancing remote duties with essential on-site operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM, Logistics, or related field; Masters preferred.
• 7–10 years in supply chain and logistics, FMCG preferred.
• Experience managing large-scale distribution networks.
• Strong negotiation and vendor-management skills.
• Proficiency with ERP and planning software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement, inventory, warehousing, and transportation.
• Develop strategies to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage supplier and carrier relationships.
• Ensure accurate inventory levels and implement controls.
• Direct warehousing and distribution network.
• Monitor KPIs and drive corrective actions.
• Lead and mentor the supply chain team.
• Adopt new technologies and best practices.
• Ensure safety regulations compliance.
• Collaborate with sales and operations to forecast demand.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Supply chain management

Vendor negotiation

ERP experience

Inventory optimization

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM or related

Master's degree

Tools

ERP systems

Supply chain planning software

Job description

Placements24, a leading national distributor of FMCG, seeks a Director of Supply Chain & Logistics in Port Elizabeth. You will oversee end-to-end supply chain, from procurement to distribution, and lead a cross-functional team in a hybrid role.

You will drive cost reductions, implement innovative solutions, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure on-time delivery across the region, balancing remote duties with essential on-site operations.