Supply Chain Strategist

1 month ago


Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa Neoc_People Full time
Key Responsibilities:
  • Establish and Maintain Supplier Relationships: Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating agreements and performance metrics to ensure seamless supply chain operations.
  • Dual Sourcing and Risk Mitigation: Identify and develop dual sourcing options for cGMP compliant suppliers to mitigate risks and ensure business continuity.
  • Procurement and Negotiation: Generate RFPs/RFQs, negotiate pricing and supply terms with suppliers, and execute MPS on the ERP system to optimize procurement processes.
  • Inventory Management: Order materials based on the planned master production schedule, monitor open orders, and update the ERP system with any changes to ensure accurate inventory levels.
  • Spend Analysis and Cost Savings: Conduct spend analysis and lead cost-saving initiatives to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Supply Chain Collaboration: Collaborate with the New Product Development Team to bring new products to market, ensuring the supply chain supports these efforts and aligns with ongoing capabilities.
  • Production Planning and Reporting: Share daily production plans with contract manufacturers, prepare and share weekly stock status reports, and identify potential stock shortages or overstocking issues.
  • Supply Chain Performance Reporting: Report regularly to the management team on supply chain performance and cost-saving opportunities to inform strategic decisions.
Minimum Requirements:
  • Qualifications: A degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field is essential, with postgraduate qualifications as a functional specialist being advantageous.
  • Skills & Experience: At least 8 years of experience in a Planner/Buyer role within a supply chain environment, with proven experience in Lean Principles, Theory of Constraints, or Six Sigma, and strong negotiation and relationship-building skills with suppliers.
Personal Attributes:
  • Organizational and Time Management Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
  • Communication and Customer Focus: Excellent communication and customer focus, upholding ethical standards and building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
  • Persistent and Proactive: Persistent and proactive in identifying and resolving supply chain issues, with a focus on continuous improvement and cost savings.


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