Supply Chain Officer

Supply Chain Officer
Location: Shongweni, Hillcrest, KwaZulu-Natal
Industry: Manufacturing
Employment Type: Permanent, full-time
Salary: R26,000 – R30,000 basic per month, depending on experience and qualifications
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 – 16:00
Start Date: As soon as possible, negotiable for candidates serving notice.

About the Role

An opportunity is available for an experienced Supply Chain Officer to oversee and monitor supply chain and production-related operations across three factories and one warehouse.

The successful candidate will be based at Head Office in Shongweni and report directly to the Director, working closely with him on a daily basis. The role requires strong analytical, stock-control and reporting skills, together with the ability to identify operational discrepancies and recommend corrective action.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor daily operations across three factories and one warehouse.

• Liaise with branch managers and the General Manager regarding operational activities and issues.

• Audit daily stock counts and reconcile physical stock against Excel-generated records.

• Analyse raw material consumption against production forecasts and quality-control documentation.

• Investigate stock and production variances and report findings to the Director.

• Capture, analyse and consolidate daily stock and production data.

• Monitor stock levels against production plans and sales forecasts.

• Verify production figures and investigate discrepancies.

• Reconcile raw material stock and prepare procurement requests based on production requirements.

• Prepare and update monthly production forecasts.

• Compile monthly efficiency reports covering shift performance, quality, target achievement, material wastage, downtime and production losses.

• Conduct monthly factory and warehouse inspections.

• Monitor stock storage, FIFO procedures, housekeeping and health and safety compliance.

• Conduct stock verification counts and recommend corrective actions and process improvements.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' relevant Supply Chain experience.

• Diploma or relevant certification in Supply Chain Management.

• Experience in stock control, inventory reconciliation and auditing.

• Strong Excel skills and the ability to work with operational data and reports.

• Good analytical, numerical and problem-solving abilities.

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment will be advantageous.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently, maintain accountability and engage confidently with management.

• Must reside in the Upper Highway / Shongweni area.

• Must be willing to travel, including occasional overnight trips to Carletonville or Rustenburg, generally once or twice per month.

Additional Information

• 15 days annual leave.

• No pension or medical aid benefits are provided.

• Bonuses are at management's discretion.

• The position involves daily interaction with the Director and requires a suitable professional and interpersonal fit.