Supply Chain & Procurement Manager (FMCG / Fast Food)

About the position

Overview:

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading and managing the Supply Planning, Demand Planning, Customer Services and Logistics aspects of the business, within neighbouring countries. The role requires a strong team player who is able to work well with relevant department managers and manage a team both directly and indirectly. It also requires extensive travel to relevant markets, such as Namibia, Botswana, Ivory Coast and Lesotho. 

 

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Completed tertiary in Finance, Business Management, Logistics, Supply Chain or equivalent
• 3+ years in a similar role, and within a similar industry / sector

 

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for strategic planning and direction of Supply Chain department
• Responsible for the full Supply Chain process, from procurement to transport and final delivery
• Responsible for ensuring SOPs for the department are correct, in-place and adhered to
• Suppliers: work closely with suppliers to ensure consistent and reliable stock supply, and at the correct quality level; negotiate pricing and secure stock
• Logistics: ensure stock is transported timeously directly from supplier to each store
• Work closely with the Operations Manager in each market regarding changes to requirements
• Work closely with Marketing with regards to planned campaigns within each market, stock-related impact on plans and ensuring pricing is in line with available stock
• Explore new ideas or platforms that would increase the effectiveness of the department
• Manage team members: Procurement Manager and Quality Assurance Manager
• Work closely with Supply Chain Co-ordinator within each market/country

 

Competencies:

• High attention to detail
• Able to work under pressure
• Operate strategically with a long-term view
• Strong relationship building skills
• Strong data/information processing skills
• Able to notice trends and foresee potential problems in the business

Desired Skills:

• Operations
• Procurement
• Quality Assurance
• Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
• Strategy
• Supplier Management
• Supply Chain

Employer & Job Benefits:

• Provident Fund Contribution