Job Summary
National packaging company requires a Commercial Manager with experience in the packaging / FMCG industry, to join their supply chain team at their Pinetown site.
Requirements:
• CIMA qualification or BComm Honours Degree in Finance or Supply Chain Management
• At least 4 - 5 years experience in a commercial supply chain role, in the packaging / FMCG industry
• At least 3 years experience in a management role
• Proficiency in SAP advantageous
• Strong / proven negotiation skills
• Strong planning and organising skills
• Ability to influence others
• Problem solver
• Be enthusiastic, positive and self-energised
Monthly remuneration:
• R55 000 - R60 000 +medical aid +pension
Responsibilities:
• Supply Chain Planning & Strategy
- Management of working capital investment in stock to company parameters, including slow moving and dead stock
- Finished goods planning for divisions with the relevant people, ensuring no stock outs and short supplies
- Efficient raw material inventory management, ensuring the right amount is available at the right time to reduce working capital impact
- Drive Just-In-Time (JIT) principles and continuous improvements to eliminate waste and streamline processes
• Procurement & Vendor Management
- Supplier assessments – ensure quality, cost and delivery requirements are met
- Supplier contract management – negotiation of contracts, Service Level Agreements, MOU’s, leases
- Drive organisational cost and savings projects across the supply chain
• Risk Management & Mitigation
- Identify, manage and mitigate risks in the purchasing and production planning departments
- Diversify suppliers where practical to reduce dependency on a single source
- Contingency planning to ensure alternative strategies in case of unexpected events
- Monitor adherence to ISO 9001/FSSC22000 supply chain procedures across the group and amongst suppliers where relevant
• Data Analysis
- Identify patterns and trends to optimise processes to improve overall efficiency
- Monitor and analyse supply chain performance metrics such as inventory turnover, supplier on-time delivery and lead times, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing corrective actions
- Analyse market trends, industry developments and emerging technologies in supply chain management, staying updated on best practices and innovations to drive continuous improvement
• Leadership & Training
- Lead cross-functional teams and projects, driving process improvements, system implementations and change management initiatives to enhance capabilities and performance
- Provide leadership and mentorship to the team, fostering a culture of continuous learning, development and collaboration
- Ability to create and develop training material to train the relevant parts of the business
Contact Scott on 0117041302
McKessar Recruitment
Randburg
2-10
Recruiter
About
We are specialist recruiters in the following industries : 1.) high speed packaging (FMCG), 2.) plastics packaging and 3.) industrial pumps and valves. In these fields we are recruiting for recognised local and international market leaders. Positions we cover include qualified artisans, production / maintenance team leaders, engineers and sales personnel.