Senior FMCG Supply Chain & Logistics Manager

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Supply Chain and Logistics Manager to optimize operations in Rustenburg, North West. The role covers end-to-end management of procurement, warehousing, inventory, and transportation in the demanding FMCG sector.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in SCM or Logistics, a master's or APICS desirable, 6–8 years in FMCG, strong leadership, budget control, and proficiency with WMS, TMS and ERP systems to drive cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM, Logistics, Operations Management, or related field.
• 6–8 years of progressive experience in supply chain and logistics management, FMCG preferred.
• Master's degree or APICS certification is highly desirable.
• Experience with warehousing, transportation, inventory, and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the supply chain including procurement, warehousing, inventory, and transportation.
• Develop and implement logistics strategies to minimize costs and improve delivery times in Rustenburg area.
• Manage relationships with 3PLs, negotiating contracts and SLAs.
• Implement robust inventory control systems to optimize stock levels.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, safety standards, and quality control.
• Utilize planning tools and analytics to forecast demand and capacity.
• Lead and develop a high-performing logistics and warehouse team.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce costs and enhance efficiency.
• Manage the logistics budget and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with sales, production, and other departments for integrated operations.

Skills

Leadership

Budget Management

Negotiation

Analytics

Problem Solving

Communication

Supply Chain

Logistics Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Logistics

Master's degree or APICS certification desirable

Tools

WMS

TMS

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Supply Chain and Logistics Manager to optimize operations in Rustenburg, North West. The role covers end-to-end management of procurement, warehousing, inventory, and transportation in the demanding FMCG sector.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in SCM or Logistics, a master's or APICS desirable, 6–8 years in FMCG, strong leadership, budget control, and proficiency with WMS, TMS and ERP systems to drive cost efficiency.