Plennegy: Supply Chain Manager

1 week ago


Gauteng, South Africa Plennegy (Pty) Ltd. Full time

**Purpose of the Role**
To provide strategic and operational leadership of the warehouse and logistics functions, ensuring the efficient receipt, storage, and distribution of automotive spare parts in a high-volume, high-pressure environment. The Supply Chain Manager will drive operational excellence, cost efficiency, inventory accuracy, and team performance across all warehouse functions.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Oversee the end-to-end warehouse process including receiving, storage, order fulfillment, dispatch, and returns.
- Lead and manage a workforce of over 700 employees across shifts, ensuring performance standards are maintained and exceeded.
- Implement and maintain robust inventory controls for 12,000+ SKUs to ensure accuracy and reduce shrinkage.
- Ensure timely and accurate execution of 5,000+ daily orders.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, accuracy, and cost control.
- Utilize WMS/ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools to monitor KPIs, generate reports, and support data-driven decision-making.
- Ensure adherence to OHSA standards and promote a culture of safety and compliance.
- Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to align supply chain activities with business objectives.

**Requirements**:
**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
- A relevant postgraduate qualification (advantageous).

**Experience**
- Minimum 5-10 years of senior-level experience in managing large-scale warehousing and logistics operations.
- Demonstrated leadership of teams in excess of 500 people.
- Experience with high-SKU, high-order-volume environments.

**Skills and Competencies**
- Leadership & People Management (Expert)
- Warehouse Management Systems (Advanced)
- Inventory Control & Stock Accuracy (Advanced)
- Microsoft Excel & Data Analysis (Advanced)
- Process Improvement (LEAN, Six Sigma) (Intermediate to Advanced)
- Communication & Reporting (Excellent)
- Problem Solving & Decision-Making (Excellent)
- Pressure & Stress Tolerance (Very High)

**Attributes**
- Highly detail-oriented and analytical
- Results-driven and assertive
- Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership
- Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
- Strong commercial acumen


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