Supply Chain Supervisor | Medtech | Gauteng

Salesworx; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain management company in Gauteng is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist to optimize inventory and ensure product availability. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in supply chain management and relevant qualifications. This position offers the opportunity to drive continuous improvements and collaborate with various teams to meet customer needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' working experience in supply chain management.
• Previous experience with planning systems and logistics activities required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the supply chain process and secure product availability.
• Optimize inventory levels based on market needs.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure supply needs are met.

Skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Logistics, Warehousing, or Inventory Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

PURPOSE :

As part of the supply chain team, the main responsibility of the Supply Chain Specialist is to support the supply chain process and secure product availability.

The main responsibilities of the Supply Chain Specialist include:

1. Inventory optimization in accordance with business strategy

• Ensure appropriate supplies and stock levels are maintained to meet customer service levels within cost constraints and consistent with the distribution centre and suppliers' lead times.
• Build relationships with the Standard Operating Procedure team, Sales, Marketing, 3PL, and warehouse to ensure the availability of finished products for distribution to customers.
• Collaborate with Customer Service and Sales departments regarding customer needs and supply availability.
• Work with demand planners and the commercial team to identify, analyze, and report potential supply and inventory issues and proactively address them.
• Optimize inventory levels based on market needs, analyze stock replenishment signals, and coordinate stock transfers across warehouses and locations within South Africa, meeting KPIs and minimizing write-offs.
• Liaise with 3PL to ensure transactions are fulfilled within agreed SLAs, identify gaps, perform RCA, and implement corrective actions.
• Share analytical reports with 3PL as per business needs.

Supply optimization

• Collaborate with demand planners to optimize supply.
• Prepare and facilitate supply review meetings with demand planners.
• Monitor and report KPIs, analyze root causes, and propose countermeasures.
• Display ownership and accountability.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Drive continuous improvements

• Contribute to the preparation and testing of projects related to continuous improvement.
• Identify areas for process improvement and design new methods to enhance departmental performance.
• Perform all tasks following instructions, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Follow all reasonable instructions given by superiors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Logistics, Warehousing, or Inventory Management.
• Minimum of 5 years' working experience.
• Previous experience in supply chain management, planning systems, and logistics activities is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SAP; willingness to work with various software packages.
• Ownership, action-oriented mindset, and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Decision-making capabilities, flexibility, and stress tolerance.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to persuade stakeholders.
• Ability to transfer knowledge and be a role model for team members.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Additional Information

Experience: Minimum of 5 years in supply chain, planning systems, or logistics.

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant fields.

Key Skills: Data analysis, stakeholder management, process improvement.

Employment Type : Full Time

Vacancy : 1