Senior Manager Supply Chain

SendTraffic, a Division of Atrinsic; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading client in the mining industry is seeking a Senior Manager in Supply Chain to oversee and enhance procurement practices associated with explosive materials and equipment. This pivotal role involves strategic supply chain management, stakeholder engagement, and compliance assurance, requiring a strong educational background and extensive industry experience.

Qualifications

• 8 to 12 years in supply chain management in the mining/petrochemical/explosives sector.
• 7 to 10 years senior management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage supply chain integration points through audits and risk mitigation.
• Ensure ethical and compliant supplier sourcing through audits.
• Develop and implement departmental plans with clear KPIs.

Skills

Supply Chain

Education

B.Tech / Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Supply Chain Management/Logistics or similar

Post graduate qualification in Business Management

Job description

Responsibilities

Our client in the mining industry is looking for a Senior Manager Supply Chain to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of explosive materials and equipment to support safe and efficient mining operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

Technical Management

• Manage supply chain integration points (P&O, inbound, outbound) through audits and risk mitigation.
• Ensure long-term inventory accuracy and mass balance; maintain equipment and resource efficiency.
• Provide strategic supply chain guidance; identify risks and opportunities.
• Maintain ISO certification compliance through regular audits and corrective actions.
• Drive BBBEE and ESD initiatives; lead transformation and change processes.
• Ensure ethical and compliant supplier sourcing through audits and performance reviews.
  
  

Strategic Management

• Contribute to organizational strategy by aligning with key business drivers.
  
  

Operational Planning

• Develop and implement departmental plans with clear KPIs and project timelines.
  
  

Policy & Procedure Management

• Oversee process development, ensure compliance, and correct inefficiencies.
  
  

Budget & Financial Management

• Prepare budgets; monitor and manage expenditure with corrective actions.
  
  

Risk Management

• Manage information security and disaster recovery.
• Develop and maintain departmental risk frameworks.
  
  

SHE Management

• Ensure safety, health, and environmental compliance through training and issue resolution.
  
  

Stakeholder Management

• Engage internal and external stakeholders; support industry initiatives.
  
  

People Management

• Develop and mentor staff; ensure HR policy compliance and address issues.
  
  

Requirements

• B.Tech / Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Supply Chain Management/Logistics or similar
• Post graduate qualification in Business Management advantageous
• 8 to 12 years in supply chain management in the mining/petrochemical/explosives sector
• 7 to 10 years senior management experience
  
  

Desired Skills

• Supply Chain