18 Oct
AECI
Woodmead
Location
Woodmead, Gauteng
Full job description
Job Description
- Participate with senior management in developing and establishing goals and objectives to support robust supply chain processes and continuous process improvement
- Translate the business strategy into a supply chain network strategy to optimally facilitate delivery to the business
- Lead four areas of Customer services, S&OP;, Logistics (Export Management and Transport) and Warehousing
- Develop and implement supply chain strategies and initiatives that align with the company's overall business goals
- Develop contingency plans to mitigate risks associated with the supply chain
- Lead cross-functional teams in the development and implementation of supply chain improvement projects
- Develop strategic plans to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency of operations
- Provide guidance and maintain the policy on the IBP process for Explosives and Mining Chemicals
- Guide the supply chain function on the risks associated with the supply chain, such as disruptions to the supply chain or changes in demand
- Ensure process controls are documented in alignment with the global standards working closely with Internal Audit
- Ensure that PSC managers are utilising the sales forecast to prepare the operational strategic plan to address volume and resource requirements and constraints that will assist the procurement and sourcing function
- Assist with balancing security of supply with working capital
- Implement new technologies to improve operations within the warehouse and logistics function
- Develop strategic plans and policies to improve warehousing operations
- Provide guidance on the negotiation of contracts with suppliers to ensure that the organisation receives the best possible value for its expenditure
- Guide management teams on reviewing and managing supplier performance by monitoring their performance and service to AECI, identifying, and addressing any issues, and working with the suppliers to improve their performance
- Cultivate strong relationships with procurement suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and efficient inventory management
- Budget and Performance Management
- Adhere to and stay abreast of relevant logistics, freight and vessel legislation, regulations, and policies such as the operational safety guidelines provided by International Air Traffic Association (IATA), the National Road Traffic Act 93 of 1996, the IMDG (International Maritime Dangerous Goods)
Code and vessel compliance as well as other relevant Dangerous Goods Conveyance and Handling regulations.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain /engineering or related qualification
- Master's degree advantageous
- Minimum 15+ years’ experience in the continuous improvement environment which included manufacturing, global supply chains, logistics, deep sea logistics, planning and warehousing
- Understanding of Chemical and Mining Industries
▶️ Supply Chain Development Manager
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