Supply Chain Optimisation Manager

SUMMARY:
Ready to take your supply chain expertise to the next level and drive meaningful operational improvements?
Are you a strategic and analytical Supply Chain Optimisation Manager who thrives on improving processes, reducing costs, and unlocking greater efficiency across the supply chain? If you enjoy turning data and insights into practical solutions and have a passion for continuous improvement, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.
 
Our client, a well-established organisation, is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Optimisation Manager to lead initiatives focused on enhancing supply chain performance and operational efficiency. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of optimisation projects, improve end-to-end processes, and work with key stakeholders to deliver sustainable business improvements and measurable results.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities: Oversee end-to-end Supply Chain optimisation across Procurement, Warehousing, Inventory and Logistics functions. Develop and implement strategic sourcing and procurement plans, including supplier negotiations, competitive sourcing and cost-saving initiatives. Drive the optimisation of warehouse and inventory processes, including WMS functionality, stock controls, inventory accuracy and working-capital efficiency. Manage key supplier and supply chain contracts, negotiating favourable commercial terms while ensuring service levels, quality and continuity of supply are maintained. Identify supply chain inefficiencies and implement sustainable process improvements and cost-reduction initiatives. Manage and coordinate SADC regional movements, as well as import and export activities. Apply practical knowledge of INCOTERMS, FCL/LCL shipments and international freight processes and requirements. Lead, mentor and develop supply chain teams while working closely with operational, commercial and senior management stakeholders. Job Experience and Skills Required: Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain or related fields Minimum of 5-6 years' of experience with 2 years' of managerial experience Exposure to the heavy industrial or manufacturing environment Practical exposure to SADC regional logistics, imports/exports and multimodal freight ERP exposure Apply now! For more exciting (vacancies, please visit: /> I also specialise in recruiting in the following: Supply chain Procurement Freight and Logistics If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions. For more information, contact: Ashthi Singh Connect with me on LinkedIn!