Senior FMCG Supply Chain Director | Strategy & Ops Leader

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 2,000,000 - 3,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement planning

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks a strategic Supply Chain Director to oversee procurement, logistics, warehousing, inventory, and demand planning for an FMCG leader. You will drive efficiency, cost optimization, and supplier relationships while leading a high-performing team and partnering with sales, marketing, and manufacturing.

The role requires 8–10 years in SCM, with master's/APICS and strong data-driven leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Master's degree or APICS certification preferred.
• 8–10 years' progressive experience in supply chain management, with FMCG exposure.
• Proven track record of optimizing complex supply chains with measurable improvements.
• In-depth knowledge of planning, logistics, warehousing, and procurement.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
• Proficiency with SCM software and ERP systems.
• Data-driven decision-making and change management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive supply chain strategy aligned with business goals.
• Oversee procurement, logistics, warehousing, inventory management, and demand planning.
• Optimize operations for cost-efficiency and performance using best practices.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and negotiate favorable terms.
• Implement robust inventory controls to minimize stockouts and excess stock.
• Drive continuous improvement using data analytics and KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing SCM team.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and manufacturing for seamless integration.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Data-driven decision making

Negotiation

Communication

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management / Logistics / Business Administration

Master's degree or APICS certification

Tools

ERP systems

Supply chain software

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks a strategic Supply Chain Director to oversee procurement, logistics, warehousing, inventory, and demand planning for an FMCG leader. You will drive efficiency, cost optimization, and supplier relationships while leading a high-performing team and partnering with sales, marketing, and manufacturing.

The role requires 8–10 years in SCM, with master's/APICS and strong data-driven leadership.