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Supply Chain Manager - JhbFull job descriptionJob LocationJOHANNESBURG GENERAL OFFICE Overview of the jobAs a Supply Chain Manager, you receive meaningful responsibilities from day 1. You will play a pivotal role in optimizing and managing the flow of goods and services within the organization's supply chain. You will be responsible for overseeing various aspects of the supply chain, including procurement, logistics, inventory management, and vendor relationships, to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery of products. You will also oversee maintaining and expanding a long-term partnership with customers by continuously proposing solutions and plans that meet their supply chain objectives. To do so, you'll develop a keen sense of understanding of products, categories, manufacturing, and planning processes. While building the master plans for your customers along with your organization, you will develop people & stake holder management, Joint business planning & Value creation skills as you are responsible for your clients Supply Chain from A-Z.Your teamThis role reports to Supply Chain Director who is responsible for all modern retail & distributor customers.What success looks like Superior Value Creation:Work with the customer to identify efficiency ideas and executes them effectively.Create project list that mutually benefits us and the customerDemonstrate stewardship across all key action areas - business and fundamentals reporting.Develop and implement strategic plans to optimize the supply chain operations, aligning with organizational goals and objectives. This includes forecasting demand, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Joint Business PlanningAlignment of Joint forecasting sessions and review of ordering patterns and Inventory managementManage and Understand Trade Terms, Annual refresher for all customersBuild Distributor CapabilitiesJoint Supply Chain Synchronization MasterplanCustomer Collaboration on Quarterly Business Planning Logistics CoordinationCoordinate transportation, warehousing, and distribution activities to ensure the smooth flow of goods throughout the supply chain. Optimize logistics processes to minimize transportation costs and improve delivery times Risk ManagementIdentify potential risks and disruptions within the supply chain, such as supplier shortages, transportation delays, or natural disasters, and develop contingency plans to mitigate these risks. Ensure business continuity and resilience in the face of supply chain disruptions. Performance Monitoring and AnalysisMonitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the performance of the supply chain operations and identify areas for improvement. Analyze data and metrics to identify trends, root causes of issues, and opportunities for optimization Customer Relationship Management:Weekly & monthly drumbeats with Customer Supply Chain representatives to track aligned KPIs.Conduct quarterly Top to Top with the customer Supply Chain LeadershipUnderstand and lead your accounts to top 3 in advantage monitor surveyTimely resolution of all customers related pain points in Supply ChainConduct Annual VSMs with the customers to agree on the ideal and future stateEffective communication with the counter parts on day-to-day Order and Shipment updates OrganizationUnderstand skill gap of his team and coach them on identified opportunities.Personal Mastery of Basic Sales and Supply Skills Framework.Establish understand of customer decision making and work processes via account penetration and influenceLead or support Supply Chain special projects. Responsibilities of the role Develop short & long-term strategies and identify business-building chances to create shared value for P&G and customers.Manage e2e Supply Chain KPIs for the account.Be the voice of the customer to our company & business categories.Lead daily & monthly planning to deliver Supply chain goals.Develop plans to win on availability with customers, making every store a growth engine for our brands.Drive growth in service, improvement in cost to serve, and cash position on inventory.Develop productive working relationships with key customer contacts in a positive way.Leverage consumer insights and partner with customers to input into the development of a joint business plan.Use analytical tools and integrate various data systems to develop action plans Job QualificationsRole RequirementsBachelors DegreeLeader who is passionate to make things happen, collaborating well with diverse groups of peopleStrong analytical thinking and skillsHave an external focus and a real passion for Supply Chain and LogisticsAbility to travel regularly to customersLike to bring creativity & innovation to your work Job ScheduleFull time Job NumberR000100336 Job SegmentationRecent Grads/Entry Level (Job Segmentation)

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