Supply Chain Solutions Manager

PEP; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in South Africa is seeking a strategic Manager for their Supply Chain. The role involves developing long-term strategies and overseeing projects that enhance operational efficiency and performance. Ideal candidates should possess extensive experience in Supply Chain management, leadership, and process integration. This role presents an opportunity to lead a team and drive improvements in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of Supply Chain experience.
• 5-8 years of experience in a leadership role.
• Experience in Supply Chain process integration and design.
• Experience in DC infrastructure design.
• Strong people management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term Supply Chain strategy.
• Align Supply Chain strategy with business strategy.
• Execute long-term strategy through project delivery.
• Manage Supply Chain projects CAPEX budget.
• Foster continuous improvement within Supply Chain processes.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Project Management

People management

Supply Chain optimization

Process integration

Team Building

Education

Tertiary Qualification in Industrial Engineering

Job description

The purpose of the Manager is to strategically drive the long-term evolution and efficiency of Pep's Supply Chain.

The ideal candidate will provide strategic leadership, coordination, and support to drive best-in-class engineering practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement. They will possess the operational discipline and strategic vision necessary to enhance performance throughout the value chain.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop Long-term Supply Chain strategy
• Develop and maintain the long-term (i.e. 10 year ) Supply Chain capacity plan
• Ensure Supply Chain strategy aligns to Pep business strategy
• Executes the business’ long term strategy through project delivery
• Identifies and scopes projects to support business strategy
• Identifies and prioritises projects
• Management of Supply Chain projects CAPEX budget
• Continuous improvement of Supply Chain Processes
• Management of Supply Chain IT systems
• Relationship Management
• Leading and managing a team of Industrial Engineer

JOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTS

• Tertiary Qualification (i.e. Industrial Engineering
• 15+ Years Supply Chain experience
• 5 - 8 Years experience in a leadership role
• Experience in Supply Chain process integration and design
• Experience in DC infrastructure design
• Knowledge of Shipping; Transport and DC operations
• Strong people management experience
• Retail knowledge and experience
• Project Management of large scale projects
• Competencies: Directing, Results Oriented, Drive, Initiative, Cooperation, Team Building, Helicopter View, Strategic Insights, and Integrity