Supply Chain Operations Lead - Hybrid Role

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking an experienced Operations Lead with expertise in Supply Chain Management to optimize the flow of goods and services. The role focuses on driving efficiency across procurement, logistics, inventory, and supplier relationships in a hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, deep supply chain knowledge, and a proven track record in improving performance and reducing costs, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain operations or logistics management.
• Proven experience in inventory, procurement, and transportation.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making abilities.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Familiarity with supply chain management software and systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of the supply chain including procurement, logistics, warehousing, and inventory.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize supply chain operations, reduce costs, and improve delivery times.
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts for timely deliveries.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement controls to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align supply chain activities with business goals.
• Analyze data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data-driven decision making

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Familiarity with supply chain software

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field

Job description

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking an experienced Operations Lead with expertise in Supply Chain Management to optimize the flow of goods and services. The role focuses on driving efficiency across procurement, logistics, inventory, and supplier relationships in a hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, deep supply chain knowledge, and a proven track record in improving performance and reducing costs, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to