Manager Inventory and Projects

RCL FOODS is passionate about talent and we are currently seeking a **Manager Inventory and Projects **to join our Sugar & Milling business unit. This role will be based in **Malalane **and will report to the **Manager Procurement.**

**Duties & Responsibilities**:

- To Manage a specialized team that is responsible for Procurement Inventory and Contract Buying across all RCL maintenance plants.
- Manage Supply Chain Projects related to Supply Chain, Inventory and Business Improvement.
- Lead the team on Inventory Management & Supply Chain Projects.
- Ensure adherence to relevant policies and procedures.
- Ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
- Develop Standard Operating Procedures that meet Audit Requirements
- Ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
- Champion training and development within team.
- Drive administration and data management.
- Managing information for any site/category procurement report required
- Managing Procurement SAP Inventory Projects including SAP MM.
- Manage the redundant stock process with stakeholders (ME’s, Commercial and EAM).
- Stock Values and Budgets for plants and materials.
- Managing the risk of out-of-stock materials.
- Manage Off crop planning of Materials.
- Manage and coordinate material issues during off crop including process and raw materials for start-up.

**Minimum Requirements**:

- Degree in Commerce/ Supply Chain/Logistics Management or equivalent.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience Supply Chain environment of which 2 should be at a management level.
- Computer literacy is essential.
- Valid code EB driver’s licence.
- SAP MM Inventory Knowledge and Experience
- SAP integration with other Modules of SAP
- Proven project management experience in a Supply Chain environment
- Demonstrated success in managing projects relating to superior performance and continuous improvement.
- Experience within the Sugar industry will be advantageous.
- The individual needs to be an action-orientated, self-starter, assertive and with good communication skills.
- Ability to interface and demonstrate leadership.