Senior Manager Supply Chain

Lusapho Professional Services; Rosebank; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining industry is seeking a Senior Manager for Supply Chain. The successful candidate will oversee various aspects of supply chain management, ensuring efficiency and compliance, while mentoring staff and engaging stakeholders. This role demands extensive experience in supply chain operations, particularly within the mining or related sectors.

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.
• Develop and implement departmental plans with clear KPIs and project timelines.
• Engage internal and external stakeholders; support industry initiatives.

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

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