Supply Chain Manager

Position Title: Supply Chain Manager

Location: Modderfontein

Job Types: Permanent

Overview:

A Supply Chain Manager oversees and optimises the end‑to‑end flow of materials, information and logistics that enable a company to deliver products or services efficiently. The role ensures the right materials are sourced, stored, and delivered at the right time, at the right cost, and at the right quality.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Stock Management

2. Residential installation stock is always available

• Prevent stock-outs
• Maintain optimal stock levels
• Reduce excess inventory
• Improve inventory accuracy
• Forecast demand based on installation pipeline

Measure of Success

• Installation team should never be delayed because of unavailable stock

1. Commercial projects are procured rapidly from approved BOQs

• Review approved BOQs
• Obtain supplier quotations
• Place orders quickly
• Track supplier lead times
• Ensure materials arrive before project start dates
• Manage procurement costs against approved budgets

Measure of Success

• Approved projects move seamlessly from sales to execution without procurement delays

1. Consignment and Company Stock

• Monitor stock levels: Maintain stock levels aligned to sales forecasts and installation schedules
• Develop and maintain stock level framework: Develop and implement min/max levels in all regions. Review and adjust min/max levels monthly based on demand trends and lead times. Reduce emergency replenishment orders by 30% through proactive planning.
• Allocated stock consignment: Manage client consignment or allocated stock-tracking, reconciliation and reporting to be provided by no later than the 5th day of the new month, and serial number tracking
• Cycle counts and annual stock counts: Implement cycle counts (daily and monthly) and annual stock takes, drive accuracy and physical vs system stock

Measure of Success

• Approved projects move seamlessly from sales to execution without procurement delays

1. Boot Stock

2. Maintenance teams carry the correct boot stock at all times

• Establish and maintain standard boot stock levels for maintenance vehicles
• Have full visibility of Boot stock and understand where excessive boot stock is used

Measure of Success

• Boot stock is tracked and accountable

1. Client Relationship

2. Maintain and develop client relationship

• Serve as the primary supply chain point of contact for Employer’s clients
• Manage stock allocated to or consigned through these platforms, ensure accurate reporting
• Resolve stock discrepancies, returns and warranty claims in a timely manner

Measure of Success

• Maintaining of good relationships with Clients and management of their stock

1. OHS

2. PPE and safety equipment are fully compliant

• Ensure availability and tracking of PPE (boots, gloves, etc)
• Ensure compliance with replacement cycles

Measure of Success

• Ensure compliance with safety requirements

1. Overarching outcome

2. Operational costs are actively managed and reduced

• Develop and/or update SOP’s of the Employer to adequately perform the role
• Ensure inventory insurance is adequately covered
• Manage and Report on (if required):

Procurement Costs (Supplier pricing)

Inventory Costs (Excess Stock, Slow Moving stock)

Measure of Success

• Continuous reduction of avoidable operating costs while maintaining operational readiness

Qualifications and Experience: (Minimum Requirements)

• National Diploma / Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of Supply Chain experience, preferably in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing teams of 10+ staff members.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations.

Skills and Competencies:

Operational Skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Advanced excel skillset

Leadership Skills

• Effective people management and team-building abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making capability.

Behavioural Competencies

• Proactive and results-driven mindset.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.