Supply Chain Coordinator [fixed Term Contract]

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Job Description


SUPPLY CHAIN COORDINATOR [FIXED TERM CONTRACT]Location: DurbanOur manufacturing client based in Durban is looking for a Supply Chain Coordinator to join their team on a temporary contract.Responsibilities:Sales & Cost Management:

  • Achieve sales targets in line with the budget.
  • Monitor and manage the overall cost of purchasing to maintain efficiency.
  • Ensure positive gross profit (GP) margins at all times.
  • Manage net working capital effectively.
Customer & Relationship Management:
  • Maintain and update customer information regularly.
  • Foster strong customer relationships through effective communication and need satisfaction.
  • Develop an understanding of the customer's business environment to enhance service delivery.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
  • Conduct frequent customer visits to maintain engagement and satisfaction.
Order Processing & SAP Management:
  • Handle the full process from Request for Quotation (RFQ) to order management.
  • Prepare accurate quotations and manage orders efficiently.
  • Supervise and assist in SAP processing, including:
  • Creating delivery notes.
  • Invoicing.
  • Inbounding and MIRO processing.
Inventory & Logistics Management:
  • Maintain and track supplier and customer inventory using the rundown sheet.
  • Implement First In, First Out (FIFO) stock management principles.
  • Ensure accurate and timely invoicing.
  • Resolve queries related to quality issues, damaged stock, overdue debtors, and airfreight costs.
  • Regular communication with export countries to manage logistics effectively.
Compliance & Documentation:
  • Complete APDP & EU declarations on a quarterly basis.
  • Ensure effective and timely email correspondence with customers and suppliers.
  • Respond to and resolve queries promptly, ensuring open items are closed effectively.
  • Prepare creditor payment documentation for processing.
  • Complete clearing instructions for supplier invoices, coordinating with internal Clearing & Forwarding as well as external parties.
  • Liaise with internal departments to ensure seamless business operations.
  • Assist with divisional audits and stock verification.
  • Conduct warehouse visits to assess space constraints and optimize storage.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field (preferably with a commercial focus rather than solely operations).
  • Proven work experience in supply chain coordination.
  • Experience with SAP is essential.
  • Customs and clearing experience is required.
  • Valid driver's license and own vehicle.
  • Need to be available immediately and willing to work a fixed term contract.
Please note: shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 5 days for interview. If not contacted, please consider your application unsuccessful.By applying to this advert you hereby acknowledge that you have read and accept the following Protection of Personal Information ACT (POPIA) disclaimer: I hereby consent for Futurelink to process my personal information as part of the recruitment process, which will be done in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (4 of 2013) (POPI) https://futurelinkglobal.com/privacy-policy/

Futurelink Global Recruitment

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1400081
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned