Supply Chain Manager

The Hr Company; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG firm in KwaZulu-Natal seeks a Supply Chain Manager to lead a high-performing team and develop strategic supply chain processes. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in FMCG roles, sound knowledge of management systems, and experience in mentoring team members. This role offers a chance to drive operational efficiencies while ensuring compliance with quality standards.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years experience in FMCG supply chain roles with proven people management experience.
• Strong computer literacy and systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned to operational and financial targets.
• Lead and develop a high-performing supply chain team.
• Oversee demand and supply planning processes.
• Ensure all warehousing activities adhere to quality standards.

Skills

People management

Supply chain processes

Strategic leadership

Problem-solving skills

Education

Grade 12

Diploma in Supply Chain Management or Business Degree

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

HACCP Standards

ISO standards

Job description

Education and Experience

• Grade 12
• Diploma in Supply Chain Management or Business Degree
• At least 10 years experience in FMCG supply chain roles, with proven people management experience
• Sound knowledge of supply chain processes, HACCP & FSSC 22000, ISO standards
• Strong computer literacy and systems experience

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned to operational and financial targets
• Lead and develop a high-performing supply chain team, including Demand & Supply Planners, Material Planners, Procurement, Warehouse, and Shuttle Truck staff.
• Drive the optimisation of WMS (Warehouse Management System) tools to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient supply chain operations.
• Drive the optimisation of Planning to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient supply chain operations.

Planning & Procurement

• Oversee demand and supply planning processes to ensure optimal material availability while minimising excess and obsolete inventory.
• Lead and monitor all procurement activities for production materials, negotiating with suppliers for best value, quality, and delivery.
• Ensure planning system implementation and continuous improvement to enhance production PVA and inventory accuracy.

Warehousing & Inventory Control

• Ensure all warehousing activities adhere to HACCP, FSSC 22000, ISO Quality, and Environmental standards.
• Drive 5S and health & safety culture in all warehouse operations, maintaining excellent housekeeping and equipment standards.
• Manage warehouse layouts for optimal space utilisation, safe storage, FEFO, and batch traceability.
• Enforce tight controls on inventory movements, ensuring accuracy through reconciliations, monthly counts, and WMS adherence.

Logistics & Shuttle Truck Management

• Direct and manage shuttle truck operations between four sites, ensuring cost-effective, safe, and compliant transportation of materials and finished goods.
• Monitor and improve FMX Driver Behaviour, ensuring OHS compliance and efficient PIT (Power Industrial Truck) utilisation.
• Manage PIT maintenance within budget.

People & Performance Management

• Mentor, coach, and develop team members, driving upskilling and succession planning. Ensure adequate cover for staff out of office.
• Set and monitor KPIs.
• Support staff to achieve targets in EBITDA, PVA, labour utilisation, Cost, OHS, and other performance metrics.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, problem-solving, and accountability.

Key Competencies

• Strategic and analytical thinking.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and team leadership.
• Organisational and time management skills.
• Reliability and a results-driven approach.
• Ability to coordinate and control complex, multi-site operations.