Senior Supply Chain Manager - Packaged Goods

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Pension fund

Annual performance bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Senior Supply Chain Manager for leading FMCG operations. You will optimize procurement, logistics, and inventory, and drive strategic planning and continuous improvement across the supply chain network.

You will lead a team, manage supplier relationships, analyze performance data, and ensure regulatory compliance while aligning with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to meet consumer demand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management within FMCG.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Oversee procurement, demand planning, inventory management, warehousing, and transportation.
• Manage supplier relationships, logistics providers, and internal stakeholders.
• Analyze performance data to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals; foster high performance.
• Implement and utilize advanced supply chain technologies and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Develop and manage the supply chain budget for cost-effective operations.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to align activities with business goals.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance resilience.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma

Leadership

Communication

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Logistics/Business Administration

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading FMCG company with a strong presence in the packaged goods market, is seeking an experienced Senior Supply Chain Manager to join their operations team in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal . This role is essential for optimizing our supply chain processes, ensuring efficient procurement, logistics, and inventory management to meet consumer demand effectively. You will be responsible for strategic planning, operational execution, and driving continuous improvement across the supply chain network. This is a key leadership position that offers the opportunity to significantly impact our business performance in the dynamic Durban, KwaZulu-Natal region. We are looking for a proactive and analytical individual with a proven track record in managing complex supply chains within the FMCG sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive supply chain strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
• Oversee all aspects of the supply chain, including procurement, demand planning, inventory management, warehousing, and transportation.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers, logistics providers, and internal stakeholders.
• Analyze supply chain performance data to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Implement and utilize advanced supply chain technologies and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies.
• Develop and manage the supply chain budget, ensuring cost-effective operations.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams to align supply chain activities with business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes and enhance overall supply chain resilience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in supply chain management within the FMCG industry.
• Proven expertise in demand planning, inventory control, procurement, and logistics.
• Strong understanding of supply chain best practices and methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
• Experience with supply chain software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic plans in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel within the region as needed for site visits and supplier meetings.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-echelon supply chains.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical insurance, a generous pension fund, and annual performance bonuses.
• Employees have access to extensive professional development opportunities, leadership training, and career growth paths within a leading FMCG organization.
• This role provides the opportunity to work in a key economic hub in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal , with a company that values innovation and employee well-being.
• Our client fosters a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.