Junior Supply Chain Coordinator

Jelocorp; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain firm in Johannesburg is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Supply Chain Coordinator. You will support daily supply chain activities, coordinate purchase orders, manage supplier communication, and ensure material availability in a fast-paced electronics assembly environment. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Supply Chain and 1–3 years of relevant experience, strong Excel skills, and a knack for organization in high-pressure situations. Join us for a fulfilling opportunity that contributes significantly to our operations.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in supply chain/procurement/inventory coordination support.
• Exposure to electronics components, BOMs, part numbers, and lead time management.
• Understanding of assembly/manufacturing material requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer purchase orders including tracking and documentation.
• Follow up with suppliers on delivery schedules and order confirmations.
• Liaise with production and warehouse teams for material readiness.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma or Certificate in Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement

Tools

SAP

Sage

Syspro

Dynamics

Oracle

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Junior Supply Chain Coordinator to
support day-to-day supply chain activities in a fast-paced electronics assembly
environment. This role is responsible for coordinating purchase orders, supplier
communication, inventory management, and internal coordination with production and
warehouse teams to ensure material availability and smooth deliveries.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer purchase orders (POs): capture, issue, track, and
  maintain documentation.
• Follow up with suppliers on lead times, delivery schedules, order confirmations,
  and required documents.
• Liaise with production and warehouse teams to support material readiness for
  assembly plans.
• Assist with inventory control: stock tracking, reconciliations, cycle counts, and
  stock take preparation.
• Maintain accurate records on ERP systems and Excel (open orders, GRVs, stock
  movements, supplier master data).
• Coordinate logistics and deliveries: courier bookings, collections, delivery
  schedules, and delivery note control.
• Support receiving processes by verifying quantities and documentation; escalat
  discrepancies and shortages.
• Prepare basic reports such as open PO reports, stock status updates, and
  supplier delivery performance.
• Provide general supply chain coordination and administrative support as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Certificate in Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, or related field
  (preferred).
• 1–3 years of experience in supply chain/procurement/inventory coordination
  support (manufacturing experience is a strong advantage).
• Strong Excel skills; ERP exposure beneficial (e.g., SAP, Sage, Syspro, Dynamics,
  Oracle).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate with suppliers and
  internal stakeholders.
• High attention to detail, organized, and able to work under pressure.
  Advantageous / Nice to Have
• Exposure to electronics components, BOMs, part numbers, and lead time
  management.
• Understanding of assembly/manufacturing material requirements.
• Familiarity with GRVs, invoice support documentation, and procurement
  process controls.