Project Manager - Automotive Supply Chain

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in East London seeks a skilled Project Manager to oversee supply chain optimization initiatives. You will coordinate with internal departments and external suppliers to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve performance within the automotive supply chain.

The ideal candidate will have strong project management expertise, knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes, logistics, and inventory management, and the ability to lead diverse stakeholders in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and managing complex projects in manufacturing or logistics.
• Strong understanding of automotive manufacturing processes, logistics and inventory management.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee supply chain optimization initiatives and related projects.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external suppliers across East London.
• Plan, execute and finalize projects on time, within scope and budget.
• Drive strategic improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs across the automotive supply chain.

Skills

Project management

Supply chain

Stakeholder management

Logistics

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent entity within the automotive industry, is looking for a skilled Project Manager to oversee supply chain optimization initiatives in East London. This role is integral to enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving the overall performance of the automotive supply chain. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects, coordinating with internal departments and external suppliers. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of automotive manufacturing processes, logistics, and inventory management, coupled with robust project management expertise. This is an exceptional opportunity to drive strategic improvements within a key sector of the Eastern Cape economy. We are seeking a results-driven individual with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of managing complex projects and diverse stakeholders. Your leadership in streamlining supply chain operations will be critical to our client's continued success in East London.