About the position
A leading steel producer in the stainless steel industry is looking for an experienced Manager: Supply Chain & Distribution with strong experience in supply chain, logistics and export shipping to join their team in Middelburg, Mpumalanga. This role will lead distribution, inventory and export operations for a fully integrated stainless steel manufacturing operation with domestic and international supply chains.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage supply chain and distribution functions including warehousing, inventory control, and export shipping
- Drive operational performance aligned with business strategy, KPIs and cost-efficiency objectives
- Oversee finished goods inventory (FGI) and work-in-progress (WIP) accuracy and availability
- Manage external processing and logistics service providers
- Supervise invoice administration related to distribution and export logistics
- Coordinate transport, containerisation, import/export logistics and weighbridge operations
- Control and optimise distribution and transportation costs
- Maintain cross-functional collaboration with Finance, Procurement, Commercial and Operations Planning
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations or related field (or equivalent diploma plus management development program)
- Minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience at a senior supply chain or logistics level with people management responsibility
- Proven track record in inventory management, logistics operations and export documentation
- Experience in export shipping, container logistics and stakeholder engagement
- Strong financial acumen, planning, leadership and negotiation skills
- Willingness to relocate and work on-site in Middelburg (not a remote role)
Benefits:
Desired Skills:
- Manager: Supply Chain & Distribution
- Manager: Supply Chain & Distribution
- Manager: Supply Chain & Distribution
