Job Description

"Supply Chain Manager Global (BOB & IFR) (JB4002)

Remote (Suitable for candidates in Gauteng only - 90% home 10% Head office & Warehouse)

R650 000 to R700 000 Annually CTC

Permanent

A Travel Retail Software company is looking for a dedicated and professional Supply Chain Manager Global to Manage all Buy On Board and Inflight Retail. The company is a key player in the travel retail sector, specializing in retail, food & beverage, duty-free products, and technologies, catering to B2B and B2C customers globally. As a global company, they provide exposure to diverse cultures, technologies, and project techniques, actively supporting employee career development. With globally distributed teams, the company embraces a flexible approach to remote and office-based work, encouraging freedom, collaboration, and exploration

Minimum Requirements:

Must have a reliable vehicle and a valid driver's license

Degree-educated or equivalent experience

Qualification in either Logistics or Supply Chain Management

Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Chain or equivalent certification

In-depth knowledge of Relex Software and various other IT Systems

Advanced Excel skills with CPD accreditation

Desirable proficiency in SQL

Experience and background in FMCG Environment

Experience in staff management and development, particularly with a young team

Analytical and methodical, a logical thinker

Able to work with attention to detail

Complex problem solver, innovative in a structured manner

Objective and factual reasoning

Precise and disciplined

Structured worker and effective administrator

Excellent analyst

Strong communicator

Excellent time management skills and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy

Strong leadership experience

Comfortable delivering frequent direct written and oral feedback

Flexibility and responsiveness to change and ability to lead others in challenging environments

Experience in managing teams across multiple locations

Able to guide and mentor individuals, resolve conflict

Proven ability to implement process improvement initiatives

Relationship management skills and active listening

Strategic planning and thinking, systems analysis and evaluation

Emotionally mature

Planning and coordinating ability and skills

Well-developed interpersonal skills and a customer-oriented approach

Exercise self-reflection, be able to self-correct and be flexible/adapt to change

Ethical and honest

Ability to cope with and handle a variable workload

Duties and Responsibilities:

The supply Chain Manager Global candidate will take complete ownership of the management, development, and training of the Supply Chain Team (IFR / In flight retail and BOB) in SA and UK

Implement the company's Retail strategy with personal KPIs and objectives to both their own and team to deliver client service expectations and business growth

Implementation of new planning/forecasting Relex Software into SA & UK, and training of all key staff with regards to how to use the software

Responsible for the ongoing development of Relex software to drive value optimization through the TRS Supply Chain

Reviewing and updating supply chain practices in line with company policies, standards, laws, and regulations

Negotiating terms and prices with suppliers and freight companies, monitoring and assessing their performance and maintaining cost-effective practices

Implementing logistic strategies, and tracking goods from the origination point to the warehouse

Analyzing the supply chain data and solving any issues or putting alternative plans in place

Identifying and minimizing risk by predicting the demand for products and implementing new processes with no interruption to service

Responsible for all stock-relevant budgeted components covering stock budgets, fresh food waste budgets etc

Management of the optimization of retail loading to drive sales, responsibility for leading change to drive availability, lower total stock holding

Decreasing obsolescence through the consistent controlled flow of stock

Monitor supplier performance to assess the ability to meet quality and delivery requirements

Review or update supply chain practices in accordance with new or changing environmental policies, standards, regulations, or laws

Select transportation routes to maximize economy by combining shipments or consolidating warehousing and distribution

Review and implement ways to improve supply chain networks B2B and B2C

Put in place a Supply Chain strategy for growth and development

Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Customs and Excise regulations is being delivered by suppliers and 3PL

Deputise as required in the absence of the Head of Supply Chain & Operations Global

Weekly performance reviews

Adhoc analysis and reporting both internally and externally for Clients

Be prepared to work Flexible hours and out-of-hours escalation (Standard Hours Monday to Friday 08.30 17.00)

Please email your full comprehensive CV to resumes@kontak.catsone.com and quote JB4002 in the subject line

For full JD & to apply online https://www.kontak.co.za/vacancies.php

Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

IMPORTANT: We specialize in specific niche fields. Regret that we are unable to provide assistance for any fields outside of this scope. Fields can be viewed on our website.

Kontak Recruitment Disclaimer:

Equal opportunity: All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias. All are considered based on requirements.

Job specifics: Requirements mirror advertisement, duties may adjust for client needs.

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No direct link: Advert is not tied to Kontak Recruitment. We assist in the employment process ONLY.

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Must have a reliable vehicle and a valid driver's license

Degree-educated or equivalent experience

Qualification in either Logistics or Supply Chain Management

Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Chain or equivalent certification

In-depth knowledge of Relex Software and various other IT Systems

Advanced Excel skills with CPD accreditation

Desirable proficiency in SQL

Experience and background in FMCG Environment

Experience in staff management and development, particularly with a young team

Analytical and methodical, a logical thinker

Able to work with attention to detail

Complex problem solver, innovative in a structured manner

Objective and factual reasoning

Precise and disciplined

Structured worker and effective administrator

Excellent analyst

Strong communicator

Excellent time management skills and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy

Strong leadership experience

Comfortable delivering frequent direct written and oral feedback

Flexibility and responsiveness to change and ability to lead others in challenging environments

Experience in managing teams across multiple locations

Able to guide and mentor individuals, resolve conflict

Proven ability to implement process improvement initiatives

Relationship management skills and active listening

Strategic planning and thinking, systems analysis and evaluation

Emotionally mature

Planning and coordinating ability and skills

Well-developed interpersonal skills and a customer-oriented approach

Exercise self-reflection, be able to self-correct and be flexible/adapt to change

Ethical and honest

Ability to cope with and handle a variable workload

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