Supply Chain Director

Humankind Group; Johannesburg; Presencial; ZAR 1.800.000 - 3.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Humankind Group seeks an experienced Supply Chain Director to oversee end-to-end supply chain operations across manufacturing, distribution, demand planning, logistics and customer service in South Africa. You will be part of the executive team, shaping strategy and driving performance to build a high-performing, customer-focused organisation.

The role may involve international travel and collaboration with global partners, requiring a strategic, commercially minded leader with a track record of

Formación

• University degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent.
• At least 10 years' management experience, including 5 years in senior leadership.
• Experience in an international business; FMCG or cosmetics experience is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing, delivery operations, materials management, logistics, and forecasting.

Responsabilidades

• Lead manufacturing, engineering, distribution, warehousing, logistics, and supply planning.
• Direct demand planning and the S&OP process, improving forecast accuracy and product availability.
• Oversee budgets, financial performance, cost of goods, inventory, and working capital.
• Improve service levels, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency through continuous improvement.
• Lead new product launches, product transitions, supplier initiatives, and supply chain projects.
• Maintain compliance with applicable legislation, safety requirements, quality standards, and GMP.

Conocimientos

Strategic leadership

Supply chain management

Forecasting & planning

Cross-functional leadership

Change management

Educación

Bachelor's degree in SCM

Herramientas

SAP

Descripción del empleo

Supply Chain Director | South Africa

We’re seeking an experienced Supply Chain Director to lead end-to-end supply chain operations for a major South African business. This senior leadership role spans manufacturing, distribution, demand and replenishment planning, logistics, and customer service.

As a member of the local executive team and regional supply chain leadership team, you’ll shape business strategy, strengthen operational performance, and build a high-performing, customer-focused organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing, engineering, distribution, warehousing, logistics, and supply planning.
• Direct demand planning and the sales and operations planning process, improving forecast accuracy and product availability.
• Oversee budgets, financial performance, cost of goods, inventory, and working capital.
• Improve service levels, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency through continuous improvement.
• Lead new product launches, product transitions, supplier initiatives, and supply chain projects.
• Maintain compliance with applicable legislation, safety requirements, quality standards, and good manufacturing practices.
• Develop leaders and teams, build strong cross-functional partnerships, and contribute to executive decision-making.

What you’ll bring

• A university degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 10 years’ management experience, including 5 years in senior leadership within a unionised manufacturing, packaging, distribution, or turnkey operations environment.
• Experience in an international business; FMCG or cosmetics experience is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing and delivery operations, materials management, logistics, forecasting, financial planning, and continuous improvement.
• Experience with change management, project management, warehouse systems, and imports and exports.
• SAP experience is an advantage.
• A strategic, commercially minded leadership style, with a track record of building effective teams and delivering results.

The role may require travel to the United States and Europe.