Job Summary
A leading manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Procurement & Logistics Manager with strong experience in SAP, supply chain management, and manufacturing operations to join their team in Durban. The successful candidate will oversee procurement and efficient supply of all materials, manage demand planning, and ensure that inventory, imports, and exports are effectively controlled to meet production requirements. This role requires a proactive professional with sound commercial acumen, excellent analytical ability, and proven leadership in managing people and processes within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities:
Manage procurement and supply of all raw materials to ensure production continuity.
Develop and maintain monthly demand plans in collaboration with commercial, sales, and technical teams.
Oversee inventory control, detox control, and physical inventory procedures for bi-annual stock counts across all regions.
Monitor and manage long lead times, imports, and exports, ensuring timely communication of supply and demand changes.
Negotiate effectively with local and global suppliers, including inter-company imports.
Implement and improve supply chain systems and processes to increase efficiency.
Lead and manage team members to achieve departmental KPIs related to safety, demand planning, inventory, and cost efficiency.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce inventory levels while maintaining OTIF (On Time In Full) performance.
Requirements:
Relevant post-matric qualification in Supply Chain or Procurement.
Extensive experience using SAP and advanced Excel (including reporting and data analysis).
Proven background in manufacturing, ideally within the chemical or related industry.
Strong understanding of MRP, S&OP processes, and material substitution.
Experience in managing imports, exports, and long lead times.
Excellent negotiation, planning, and people management skills.
Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively at all levels.
Strong time management, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Benefits:
- Salary: negotiable.
Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
Apply for this role today, contact Abigail King at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.
You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: logistics@hireresolve.za.com
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
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