Supply Chain Manager (fashion)

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description


About KeenWelcome to Keen, where art meets science. We're more than just another service provider or an outsourcing company. Keen acts as an integral extension of our clients' teams and business goals. Join our group of tastemakers specializing in digital marketing, creative, and customer experience, driving growth for our global clientele. Our vision is an ambitious one: to have best-in-class leaders and a culture of delivering excellence globally.If you're keen to advance your career, embrace challenges, and redefine what's possible in the digital realm, you might just be the perfect fit for our dynamic team. Join us, and let's unlock the full potential of our clients' brands together.Role DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Director to manage and optimize the logistics operations for our client in the fashion industry, including inbound and outbound logistics, warehousing, and B2B/marketplace activities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating inbound shipments, managing relationships with third-party logistics (3PL) partners, and ensuring efficient and cost-effective logistics operations. This position offers a unique opportunity to drive operational excellence and support the growth of our client's business.Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate inbound shipments from the factory to the warehouse, ensuring on-time delivery and addressing potential delays.
  • Manage relationships with 3PL partners for receiving, fulfillment, outbound shipments, and warehousing inventory, ensuring on-time delivery and addressing potential delays.
  • Optimize logistics operations for cost and efficiency by identifying and proposing solutions to further improve processes.
  • Maintain and continue developing relationships with B2B partners.
  • Execute B2B orders following vendor guidelines.
  • Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to align on logistics operations and improvements.
  • Utilize tools and technologies such as Shopify, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and Excel to manage and track inventory and order processes.
  • Track and analyze key performance indicators including managing 3PL for on-time delivery, managing suppliers for on-time delivery, and identifying and proposing solutions to optimize processes.
Requirements
  • Expertise in managing inbound shipments and logistics operations.
  • Experience in retail and inventory-based consumer brands, preferably with a background in fashion, CPG, or other consumer categories.
  • Proficiency in working with third-party logistics (3PL) providers.
  • Strong skills in maintaining B2B relationships and effective negotiation and contract management abilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage 3PL and suppliers for on-time delivery and effectively communicate potential delays.
  • Effective negotiation and contract management abilities.
  • Knowledge of inventory management and order tracking systems.
  • Familiarity with tools and technologies such as Shopify, WMS, and Excel.
  • Proven experience in identifying and proposing solutions to optimize supply chain processes.
  • Knowledge of inventory management and order tracking systems.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze data to generate actionable insights.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Benefits
  • Hybrid remote/in-office
  • Birthday off
  • Professional development & training opportunities
  • & More being added!

Keen

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1345504
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Education
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