Supply Chain Manager

AltGen; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Manager to oversee sourcing and logistics for modular, off-grid energy solutions across Africa and the Middle East. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in supply chain management, particularly in renewables, and a strong understanding of international logistics. This role offers the opportunity to shape systems and processes in a fast-paced, growing environment.

Qualifications

• 5 – 10+ years of experience in supply chain or procurement.
• Proven experience with Chinese suppliers and international logistics.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing across Asia and coordinate international logistics.
• Build a scalable and efficient supply chain for renewable energy solutions.

Skills

Commercial Thinking

Communication

Systems Skills

Education

Degree in Supply Chain

Degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP/SAP

Inventory Tools

Job description

If you’ve built supply chains that stretch across continents, know your way around electrical and mechanical components, and thrive in fast-paced environments where you can shape systems from the ground up - this role will speak to you! It’s a senior position within a renewable energy company in modular, off-grid energy solutions that integrate solar PV and battery storage technologies across Africa and the Middle East. You’ll be leading sourcing across Asia, coordinating international logistics, and working closely with leadership to build a supply chain that’s scalable, efficient, and ready for growth.

• A degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related
• 5 – 10+ years of experience in supply chain or procurement, with experience in renewables or technical products
• Proven experience with Chinese suppliers and international logistics
• Exposure to the Middle East and Africa (markets, movement of goods, or supplier base)
• Strong commercial thinking and the ability to assess cost, value, and contractual risk
• Mandarin proficiency is a major plus
• Comfortable working in a growing, fast-moving company
• Strong communication and systems skills (ERP/SAP and inventory tools)