Logistics and Supply Chain Manager

Overview

Logistics and Supply Chain Manager Jobs in Berlin, Eastern Cape, South Africa at VM Automotive (PTY) Ltd

Title: Logistics and Supply Chain Manager

Company: VM Automotive (PTY) Ltd

Location: Berlin, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Manage activities related to strategic or tactical purchasing, material requirements planning, inventory control, warehousing and receiving. Examine existing procedures or opportunities for streamlining activities to meet product distribution needs. Develop procedures for coordination of supply chain management with other functional areas, such as sales, marketing, finance, production, or quality assurance.

 

Duties:

 

1.     Purchase raw material & packaging material

2.     Maintain optimal stock levels, forecasting demand, and minimizing waste

3.     Coordinate the scheduling and delivery of raw materials to ensure a continuous material supply to meet

production requirements.

4.     Coordinate the scheduling of production activities to ensure a continuous material supply to meet customer call offs.

5.     Regular interaction with clients to determine current and future requirements

6.     Assist the CFO in supplier account reconciliations and payables.

7.     Maintain client and internal department’s relationships 

8.     Initiate and manage projects and product changes

9.Provide detailed information and reports to the directors of the company as and when required.

10.Keep abreast of market changes that affect the supply chain process

 

Requirements:

 Qualifications & Training:

Required: NQF Level 7 Degree/ Diploma in Logistics / Supply Chain Management

Ideal: NQF Level 8 Hons Logistics and Supply Chain Management

 

Experience:

Previous experience in Logistics and Supply Chain

o  Min. 5 years process planning within an automotive environment.

o  Min. 5 years’ time management and motion study.

o  Min. 2 years tool and jig manufacturing.

o  Proven track record in project management and client growth.

o  Min. 5 years Manufacturing, assembly and press shop environment.

o  Min. 5 years procurement or sales experience

 

Knowledge of:

Production and Processing

Sound knowledge of relevant legislations

Project management

Understanding of quality system

Understanding customs processes and inco-terms

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Organizational and time management skills

Leadership and team management skills

Knowledge of supply chain management principles and best practices

Excellent computer literacy.

 

Interested candidates to send their CV’s to [email protected] or hand hard copies to Mathona Manyela.

 

Closing date: 02 April 2025

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.