Senior FMCG Supply Chain Leader – Centurion

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus incentives

Medical aid

Provident fund

Life insurance

Professional development

Conference attendance

Cutting-edge tech

Growth potential in Centurion

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng seeks an experienced Supply Chain & Logistics Manager to lead end-to-end operations in the FMCG sector. You will optimize procurement, inventory, warehousing and distribution to ensure timely market delivery and cost efficiency.

You will drive best practices, implement KPIs, and mentor a dedicated team, balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management and logistics, with FMCG experience.
• Proven track record of cost-saving initiatives.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, warehousing and transportation logistics.
• Experience with ERP systems and supply chain management software.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage an integrated supply chain strategy to support business objectives.
• Oversee warehousing, inventory management, transportation and distribution.
• Optimize inventory levels to minimize costs while ensuring product availability.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers and logistics providers.
• Implement and monitor KPIs for supply chain operations and drive improvements.
• Lead and mentor the supply chain and logistics team.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, safety standards and company policies.
• Utilize technology and data analytics to improve forecasting and planning.
• Collaborate with procurement, sales and operations to ensure seamless workflow.
• Manage and mitigate supply chain risks with contingency planning.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Analytics

Problem solving

ERP systems

Warehouse operations

Transportation logistics

Inventory management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management/Logistics/Business Admin/Engineering

Master's degree or APICS certification

Tools

ERP systems

SCM software

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng seeks an experienced Supply Chain & Logistics Manager to lead end-to-end operations in the FMCG sector. You will optimize procurement, inventory, warehousing and distribution to ensure timely market delivery and cost efficiency.

You will drive best practices, implement KPIs, and mentor a dedicated team, balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment.