Strategic Supply Chain & Key Accounts Manager

Time Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Time Personnel in Cape Town seeks an experienced Operations/Logistics professional to oversee client contracts, develop budgets, and act as the primary liaison between clients and the company.

The role requires 5–10 years in operations/logistics, advanced budgeting and costing skills, proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, and a willingness to travel with own transport; salary is negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• Matric/Grade 12 and a relevant degree are mandatory.
• 5–10 years in an Operations/Logistics role with proven cost management experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Supply Chain processes and client budget oversight.

Responsibilities

• Oversee annual contract reviews and renewals with clients.
• Develop and monitor client-specific budgets.
• Act as primary liaison between client and Consumer.
• Maintain strong client relationships within agreements.
• Coordinate and manage monthly client reviews.
• Ensure adherence to cost-to-serve models.
• Support onboarding of new accounts.
• Approve monthly invoices per contract terms.
• Drive cost reductions and efficiency improvements.
• Track P&L performance against KPIs.
• Measure Joint Value Creation with clients.
• Manage contract adjustments and true-up processes.
• Review and negotiate client contracts.
• Identify and pursue new client opportunities.

Skills

Advanced budgeting

ABC costing experience

Supply chain processes

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Willingness to travel

Own transport

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Relevant Degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Time Personnel in Cape Town seeks an experienced Operations/Logistics professional to oversee client contracts, develop budgets, and act as the primary liaison between clients and the company.

The role requires 5–10 years in operations/logistics, advanced budgeting and costing skills, proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, and a willingness to travel with own transport; salary is negotiable based on experience.