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Takealot.com , South Africa's leading online retailer, is looking for a highly talented Software Engineer (Python) to join our team. We are a young, dynamic, hyper-growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us!

Think you've been challenged before? Think again!

• Scale : Over 4 million happy shoppers shop online on takealot.com. Show them what you can do.
• Learn : We work with the best of the best. Code alongside industry leaders and up-skill in record time.
• Grow : Expand your career in the fast-growing Takealot Group: takealot.com, and Mr D. We like to promote from within: Here's your chance.
  
  

Who's who in the tech space

This position reports to the respective team's manager.

As a Software Engineer, you will be someone whose expertise directly translates into the development of robust software in the e-commerce domain . You will be from a computer science background with an emphasis on software development . You will have the opportunity to implement best practices to improve existing software and participate in the development of new features. While we don't promote after-hours work as part of the regular workday, we run a 24/7 business with the need to keep systems up and running. Software Engineers are expected to provide after-hours support on a rotational basis to resolve critical system issues.

Your mission, should you choose to accept it:

• Design and build solutions to assist our business users, and improve customer experience
• Architect and design solutions with your team
• Keep up to date with technology trends
• Apply creative thought processes to solve complex challenges at scale
• Strong focus on making takealot.com the best place to shop at, a happy customer is a repeat customer
• Drive for excellence, to help foster a world-class engineering team
  
  

The skills we need:

• Solutions-oriented, can-do attitude, and high energy
• Strong analytical and critical thinking, using data to inform decisions
• Ability to dis-aggregate and structure solutions to ambiguous problems
• Solid quantitative skills
• Ability to interview and interact professionally, with internal and external people
• Capability to present ideas succinctly, in writing and verbally
• Versatile and with the appetite to learn by doing
  
  

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma in Computer Science, Mathematics or Engineering or equivalent experience in software development.
• A thorough understanding of computer science fundamentals, including object-oriented design, data structures and algorithms
• 3 to 5 years experience in a software development role for an intermediate-level position
• 5 to 10+ years experience in a software development role for a senior-level position
• Experience in writing robust, efficient production code
• Proficient in a strongly typed language such as Python
• Experience with development in a Linux environment
• Experience with SQL database systems
• Open to diversifying language skill set
• Experience in the following will be advantageous:
• MySQL, PostgreSQL, MS SQL
• Memcached, Redis
• Message Brokers, Queues and PubSub systems (e.g. Kafka and RabbitMQ)
• Containerisation (e.g. Docker)
• Orchestration (e.g. Kubernetes)
• GitHub, Travis CI, Jenkins
• AWS, GCP, Azure
• Microservices
  

Let's talk about life @ Takealot Group

• The power is in your hands : We offer a market-related Total Remuneration Package that allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.
• No doors : We aren't fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like, high-five, collab, and make something great.
• Remote working : Enjoy the flexibility of working from home while having the option for in-office interactions. Takealot.com provides a fully remote setup with the choice to visit the office to relish in those water cooler moments when desired.
• Mentorship programme : We aren't kidding when we say the people with the best people win. Now's your chance to be one of the best by learning from the best.
• Naspers Tech Community & Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Up-skill with free access to courses on MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera, and more.
• Good times : Get to know the other extraordinary minds at takealot.com during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini golf, think good times).
• Staff discount: Takealotmore subscriptions and millions of products across 28 departments. What more could you ask for?
• Birthday leave : Cake Day all the way. Enjoy your day off - you deserve it.
• Right tools, right job : Mac or Linux, two monitors or one. Whatever your preference, you'll work on the latest tech, off the latest tech.
• Help when you need it most : Confidential counselling, legal support, and financial guidance, anytime, anywhere.
• Tech stack (for days): ReactJS, Python, Scala, Kotlin, Swift, Google Cloud, Kafka, Redis, Kubernetes, and all things machine learning. If you build it, they will come.
• Free parking: No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to).
  
  

Like what you see?

If you meet the above, you are an Extraordinary Mind. Apply today!

Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference.

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Software Engineer (Python) - Supply Chain

South Africa

Takealot.com , South Africa’s leading online retailer, is looking for a highly talented Software Engineer (Python) to join our team. We are a young, dynamic, hyper-growth company looking for smart, creative, hard-working people with integrity to join us!

Think you’ve been challenged before? Think again!

• Scale : Over 4 million happy shoppers shop online on takealot.com. Show them what you can do.
• Learn : We work with the best of the best. Code alongside industry leaders and up-skill in record time.
• Grow : Expand your career in the fast-growing Takealot Group: takealot.com, and Mr D. We like to promote from within: Here’s your chance.

Who’s who in the tech space

This position reports to the respective team's manager.

As a Software Engineer, you will be someone whose expertise directly translates into thedevelopment of robust software in the e-commerce domain . You will be from a computer science background with an emphasis onsoftware development . You will have the opportunity toimplement best practices to improve existing software and participate in the development of new features. While we don't promote after-hours work as part of the regular workday, we run a 24/7 business with the need to keep systems up and running. Software Engineers are expected to provide after-hours support on a rotational basis to resolve critical system issues.

Your mission, should you choose to accept it:

• Design and build solutions to assist our business users, and improve customer experience
• Architect and design solutions with your team
• Keep up to date with technology trends
• Apply creative thought processes to solve complex challenges at scale
• Strong focus on making takealot.com the best place to shop at, a happy customer is a repeat customer
• Drive for excellence, to help foster a world-class engineering team

The skills we need:

• Solutions-oriented, can-do attitude, and high energy
• Strong analytical and critical thinking, using data to inform decisions
• Ability to dis-aggregate and structure solutions to ambiguous problems
• Ability to interview and interact professionally, with internal and external people
• Capability to present ideas succinctly, in writing and verbally
• Versatile and with the appetite to learn by doing

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma in Computer Science, Mathematics or Engineering or equivalent experience in software development.
• A thorough understanding of computer science fundamentals, including object-oriented design, data structures and algorithms
• 3 to 5 years experience in a software development role for an intermediate-level position
• 5 to 10+ years experience in a software development role for a senior-level position
• Experience in writing robust, efficient production code
• Proficient in a strongly typed language such as Python
• Experience with development in a Linux environment
• Experience with SQL database systems
• Open to diversifying language skill set
• Experience in the following will be advantageous:
  • MySQL, PostgreSQL, MS SQL
  • Memcached, Redis
  • Message Brokers, Queues and PubSub systems (e.g. Kafka and RabbitMQ)
  • Containerisation (e.g. Docker)
  • Orchestration (e.g. Kubernetes)
  • GitHub, Travis CI, Jenkins
  • AWS, GCP, Azure
  • Microservices

Let’s talk about life @ Takealot Group

• The power is in your hands : We offer a market-related Total Remuneration Package that allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny.
• No doors : We aren’t fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like, high-five, collab, and make something great.
• Remote working : Enjoy the flexibility of working from home while having the option for in-office interactions. Takealot.com provides a fully remote setup with the choice to visit the office to relish in those water cooler moments when desired.
• Mentorship programme : We aren’t kidding when we say the people with the best people win. Now’s your chance to be one of the best by learning from the best.
• Naspers Tech Community & Online Learning : Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Up-skill with free access to courses on MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera, and more.
• Good times : Get to know the other extraordinary minds at takealot.com during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini golf, think good times).
• Staff discount: Takealotmore subscriptions and millions of products across 28 departments. What more could you ask for?
• Birthday leave : Cake Day all the way. Enjoy your day off - you deserve it.
• Right tools, right job : Mac or Linux, two monitors or one. Whatever your preference, you’ll work on the latest tech, off the latest tech.
• Help when you need it most : Confidential counselling, legal support, and financial guidance, anytime, anywhere.
• Tech stack (for days): ReactJS, Python, Scala, Kotlin, Swift, Google Cloud, Kafka, Redis, Kubernetes, and all things machine learning. If you build it, they will come.
• Free parking: No more 5km fun runs to your desk (unless you want to).

Like what you see?

If you meet the above, you are an Extraordinary Mind. Apply today!

Takealot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference.

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Who's who in the tech spaceThis position reports to the respective team's manager.As a Software Engineer, you will be someone whose expertise directly translates into the development of robust software in the e-commerce domain . You will be from a computer science background with an emphasis on software development . You will have the opportunity to implement best practices to improve existing software and participate in the development of new features. While we don't promote after-hours work as part of the regular workday, we run a 24/7 business with the need to keep systems up and running. Software Engineers are expected to provide after-hours support on a rotational basis to resolve critical system issues.Your mission, should you choose to accept it:Design and build solutions to assist our business users, and improve customer experience Architect and design solutions with your team Keep up to date with technology trends Apply creative thought processes to solve complex challenges at scale Strong focus on making takealot.com the best place to shop at, a happy customer is a repeat customer Drive for excellence, to help foster a world-class engineering team The skills we need:Solutions-oriented, can-do attitude, and high energy Strong analytical and critical thinking, using data to inform decisions Ability to dis-aggregate and structure solutions to ambiguous problems Solid quantitative skills Ability to interview and interact professionally, with internal and external people Capability to present ideas succinctly, in writing and verbally Versatile and with the appetite to learn by doing Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma in Computer Science, Mathematics or Engineering or equivalent experience in software development. A thorough understanding of computer science fundamentals, including object-oriented design, data structures and algorithms 3 to 5 years experience in a software development role for an intermediate-level position 5 to 10+ years experience in a software development role for a senior-level position Experience in writing robust, efficient production code Proficient in a strongly typed language such as Python Experience with development in a Linux environment Experience with SQL database systems Open to diversifying language skill set Experience in the following will be advantageous: My SQL, Postgre SQL, MS SQL Memcached, Redis Message Brokers, Queues and Pub Sub systems (e.g. Kafka and Rabbit MQ) Containerisation (e.g. Docker) Orchestration (e.g. Kubernetes) Git Hub, Travis CI, Jenkins AWS, GCP, Azure Microservices Let's talk about GroupThe power is in your hands : We offer a market-related Total Remuneration Package that allows full flexibility according to your needs. Go on, be the master of your own destiny. No doors : We aren't fans of stuffy offices or siloed work environments. See someone you like, high-five, collab, and make something great. Remote working : Enjoy the flexibility of working from home while having the option for in-office interactions. Takealot.com provides a fully remote setup with the choice to visit the office to relish in those water cooler moments when desired. Mentorship programme : We aren't kidding when we say the people with the best people win. Now's your chance to be one of the best by learning from the best. Naspers Tech Community & Online Learning: Share ideas and grow with global industry leaders who are all just a Slack message away. Love to learn? Up-skill with free access to courses on My Academy, Udacity, Coursera, and more. Good times : Get to know the other extraordinary minds at takealot.com during regular social events and out-of-office activities (think hikes, think mini golf, think good times). 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A leading multinational pharmaceutical company has an opportunity for an experienced Demand Planner (with SAP ERP experience).

The purpose of this position is to develop and implement Inventory plans that will enable the organization to meet Sales and Service objectives.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Database Management : Ongoing maintenance of the Forecasting, Purchase Orders and Sales Planning database.
2. Reporting : Extraction, generation, and analysis of daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly stock reports from the above database, to assess current stockholding, planned orders, sales history, and forecasting of future planned orders.
3. Provide real-time reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, for global reporting purposes.
4. Planning Requirements : Analyze, assess, calculate, and conclude immediate ST and LT planning requirements of individual SKU’s.
5. Ongoing liaison with the Quality department regarding quarantine, short-dated stock, blocked and returned stock, and potential stock releases, to optimize working capital and stockholding levels.
6. Implementation of a finalized demand plan and ongoing liaison with suppliers and other relevant third parties.
7. Engage with distributors in stock receiving, stock holding, reworking of stock, and stock write-offs.
8. Ongoing liaison with agents, to ensure effective forwarding, shipping, clearing, and delivery of stock shipments.
9. S&OP: Drive and facilitate S&OP forum.
10. NPI: Attend and contribute to NPI forum and collate all necessary information, to provide planning analysis to Quality, Sales, Marketing, Regulatory, and Finance teams.
11. PROJECTS: Participation in and contribution to ad hoc Supply Chain optimization projects and initiatives.
12. Warehouse & distribution partner management.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualifications:

• Relevant degree or diploma.

Experience:

• Pharmaceutical or FMCG industry experience of minimum duration of 3 years, at Demand Planner level.
• Logistics experience of 3 years duration.
• SAP or equivalent software proficiency required.
• Strong experience with DRP/MRP functionality.
• Advanced proficiency at Microsoft Office (Excel).

Package & Remuneration

Market-related salary.

Interested?

Please apply on this PNet portal.
Please quote reference “P84 DP”
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 3 working days.

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A leading multinational pharmaceutical company has an opportunity for an experienced Demand Planner (with SAP ERP experience). The purpose of this position is to develop and implement Inventory plans that will enable the organization to meet Sales and Service objectives. Duties & Responsibilities Database Management : Ongoing maintenance of the Forecasting, Purchase Orders and Sales Planning database. Reporting : Extraction, generation, and analysis of daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly stock reports from the above database, to assess current stockholding, planned orders, sales history, and forecasting of future planned orders. Provide real-time reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, for global reporting purposes. Planning Requirements : Analyze, assess, calculate, and conclude immediate ST and LT planning requirements of individual SKU’s. Ongoing liaison with the Quality department regarding quarantine, short-dated stock, blocked and returned stock, and potential stock releases, to optimize working capital and stockholding levels. Implementation of a finalized demand plan and ongoing liaison with suppliers and other relevant third parties. Engage with distributors in stock receiving, stock holding, reworking of stock, and stock write-offs. Ongoing liaison with agents, to ensure effective forwarding, shipping, clearing, and delivery of stock shipments. S&OP: Drive and facilitate S&OP forum. NPI: Attend and contribute to NPI forum and collate all necessary information, to provide planning analysis to Quality, Sales, Marketing, Regulatory, and Finance teams. PROJECTS: Participation in and contribution to ad hoc Supply Chain optimization projects and initiatives. Warehouse & distribution partner management. Desired Experience & Qualification Qualifications: Relevant degree or diploma. Experience: Pharmaceutical or FMCG industry experience of minimum duration of 3 years, at Demand Planner level. Logistics experience of 3 years duration. SAP or equivalent software proficiency required. Strong experience with DRP/MRP functionality. Advanced proficiency at Microsoft Office (Excel). Package & Remuneration Market-related salary. Interested? Please apply on this PNet portal. Please quote reference “P84 DP” Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 3 working days. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Listing reference: click_021057

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 26 August 2025

Position Summary

Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

About Our Company

Clicks Group

Introduction

We are seeking to employ a Supply Chain Executive to be responsible for the Supply Chain & Logistics division of the business. This role will be based at Clicks Head Office and report into the Head of Supply Chain & Logistics.

Job Description

Job Purpose

To drive and optimise Clicks' end-to-end supply chain operations, including sourcing, demand and replenishment planning, import management, supplier collaboration, efficiency and cost negotiations, financial and pharmacy planning. The role is pivotal in delivering best-in-class in-store availability while achieving working capital and service level objectives.

To continually enhance integrated business planning (S&OP) and cross-functional collaboration, supported by fit-for-purpose systems, to ensure the right products are available at the right time — enabling Clicks to consistently deliver on its promise as South Africa’s leading health and beauty retailer.

Job Objectives

• Develop and lead the annual strategic plan and budget for sales, margin, and inventory, ensuring full alignment with the business unit’s financial and growth objectives.
• Champion the evolution and execution of Integrated Business Planning (S&OP) to drive alignment across demand, supply, and financial planning, enhancing cross-functional decision-making and accountability.
• Drive a world-class demand forecasting capability, leveraging accurate demand signals and analytics to align forecasts with financial targets at product, category, and store levels.
• Design and optimise inventory strategies across the product portfolio and logistics network to ensure product availability, service level excellence, and optimal working capital utilisation.
• Ensure forward-looking capacity planning across Distribution Centres, including stockholding, throughput, and inbound/outbound flow to support business growth and avoid operational bottlenecks.
• Manage end-to-end new product introductions, ensuring seamless forecasting, sourcing, and post-launch execution to maximise speed-to-shelf and product availability.
• Collaborate with the Private Label team to define sourcing strategies that deliver margin improvement, secure reliable supply and support the business's brand ambitions.
• Lead supplier collaboration, commercial efficiency negotiations, and gain-share agreements to unlock value, reduce cost-to-serve, and drive incremental group profit from the supply chain.
• Create and maintain robust, insight-led reporting and performance metrics, enabling real-time visibility and data-driven decision-making across all supply chain touchpoints.
• Continuously evaluate and implement leading-edge supply chain technologies and tools, ensuring digital readiness, scalability, and alignment with future strategic objectives.
• Lead the deployment and integration of next-generation supply chain solutions, ensuring seamless cross-functional adoption, productivity gains, and end-to-end efficiency.
• Establish and nurture strong cross-functional partnerships with key stakeholders across buying, product development, operations and logistics to ensure integrated high-impact execution.
• Proactively identify risks, operational challenges, and emerging issues, develop mitigation plans, and maintain transparent, solution-oriented communication across the organisation.
• Build, lead, and inspire a high-performing team of demand planning and replenishment professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, ownership, agility, and service.
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement across all supply chain disciplines, driving innovation, agility, and best-in-class product availability while optimising cost and capital.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

Job related knowledge

• Sourcing & Imports Management
  
  

Expertise in product sourcing, supplier coordination, and inbound logistics.

• Warehouse & Distribution
  
  

Strong capability in understanding warehouse operations and outbound logistics efficiently.

• FMCG Supply Chain
  
  

Broad knowledge of end-to-end supply chain processes within FMCG environments.

• Data Analysis
  
  

Skilled in using data models to drive insights and performance improvements.

• Forecasting & Planning
  
  

Proficient in demand forecasting tools, trends, and technologies.

• Customer & Market Insight
  
  

Clear understanding of customer needs, market trends, and the competitive landscape.

• Supplier & Lifecycle Management
  
  

Experienced in supplier performance, promotional planning, product lifecycles, and supply chain optimisation.

• Financial Planning
  
  

Strong grasp of financial models to support cost management and working capital efficiency.

Essential

Job related skills

• Financial planning and management in Retail
• Buying and planning processes in Retail
• FMCG demand planning and forecasting
• Category management, sales and operations planning way of working (matrix organisations)
• Vendor management (including negotiation and contract management)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, to build relationships and drive consensus and collaboration across functional groups
• Business math acumen and analysis to comprehend financial information and reporting to make business decisions
• Forecasting consumer trends and buying habits 9 – 36 months in the future
• Complex decision making based on statistics, trends and opinions
• Requires proficiency on MS Office Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point
• Complex Problem solving
• Retail mathematical and financial calculations/analysis (e.g. GMROI, CAGR, variance to last year, percentage of total, stock turn)
  
  

Desirable

• Familiarity with demand and fulfilment planning software (e.g., SAP IBP, Blue Yonder, Anaplan, Relex)
• Exposure to inventory optimisation models balancing service levels and working capital
• Awareness of Incoterms and their practical application in contract negotiations
• Awareness of emerging technologies shaping supply chain best practices (e.g., blockchain, IoT, AI-driven and ML optimisation)
• Understanding of end-to-end supply chain visibility tools and analytics dashboards
  
  

Job Experience

• A minimum of 10-15 years merchandise planning and financial/business analysis, modeling and forecasting experience
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a retail environment 5 Years functional experience – FMCG Supply Chain or Retail Planning
• 5 Years People Management experience
• 5 Years vendor management experience including contract negotiation
• 5 Years commercial experience including accountability for large budgets
• Strong planning and buying experience with solid understanding of financial and statistical analysis of both
• Strategic leadership experience applying business and financial analysis skills and knowledge to solve business problems and influence decision making
  
  

Education

Essential: Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/Science/Engineering/Supply ChainLogistics

Desirable: Honours/Master’s degree

Essential Competencies

• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Leading and Supervising
• Persuading and Influencing
• Presenting and Communicating Information
• Analysing
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• Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations
• Formulating Strategies and Concepts
• Coping with Pressures and Setbacks
• Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking

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A leading metal mining company situated in Mpumalanga is urgently seeking the expertise of an experienced Supply Chain Manager to join their team.

The successful incumbent for this position will be responsible for:

• Meet the procurement requirements against set goals of availability, quality and price.
• Management of optimal stock levels of raw materials and store items.
• Lead and manage the supply chain function.
• Management and maintenance of the supply chain information system.
• Development, management and monitoring of the supply chain budget.
• Ensure compliance to all HSEQ, legislation, policies & procedures.
• Leading high-performance teams.
• Effective cost control.

Key requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management or related areas
• 3 years’ supply chain management experience in a manufacturing environment at management level.
• Basic engineering knowledge and Finance
• Computer Literacy
• Preference will be given to candidates with relevant industry experience

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or emailing your CV to

You are welcome to contact Rebecca or Nehelene on .

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position.
Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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R600k - 720k per year

UK Wellness and Fitness Services

Lead end-to-end supply chain operations

Introduction

A fast growing health and wellness brand focused on creating high-quality, innovative nutritional products that make a difference in people’s lives. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for a Supply Chain Manager to take charge of our operations and optimize our end-to-end supply chain operations.

You'll basically manage everything that gets our products made and shipped, from start to finish. This operations job needs someone really organized, analytical and a problem solver to make sure everything runs smoothly and efficiently as we get bigger.

• Manage the end-to-end supply chain: sourcing, procurement, manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution.
• Forecast demand and align inventory with sales projections.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and logistics partners for on-time, quality delivery.
• Monitor and optimize inventory levels to prevent stockouts and overstock.
• Collaborate with product development, finance, and marketing on launches and campaigns.
• Oversee cost-effective and timely domestic and international logistics and fulfillment.
• Identify and resolve supply chain bottlenecks through continuous improvement.
• Analyse supply chain data and KPIs to drive decisions and performance.
• Ensure regulatory and quality compliance across the supply chain.
• Manage supply chain risk via contingency planning and vendor diversification.

Qualifications & Experience

• 3+ years in supply chain, operations, or logistics, ideally in consumer goods, health, or wellness.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and vendors.
• Analytical with proficiency in supply chain data, forecasting, and reporting tools.
• Proven problem-solver with a track record of implementing efficient solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for internal and external collaboration.
• Tech-savvy with ERP, inventory software, and Excel (or similar).
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality in planning and execution.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with various internal teams.
• Adaptable and driven to improve in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in supplements, e-commerce, or subscription businesses is a plus.
• Familiarity with international logistics and customs is a plus.

Salary & Benefits

• R600k - R720k per year (negotiable based on experience)
• 16 Annual leave + South African Public Holidays
• Oppertunity for growth

Seniority level

• Seniority level Associate

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Management and Product Management
• Industries Wellness and Fitness Services

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Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

About our company

Clicks Group

Introduction

We are seeking to employ a Supply Chain Executive to be responsible for the Supply Chain & Logistics division of the business. This role will be based at Clicks Head Office and report into the Head of Supply Chain & Logistics.

Job Purpose

To drive and optimise Clicks' end-to-end supply chain operations, including sourcing, demand and replenishment planning, import management, supplier collaboration, efficiency and cost negotiations, financial and pharmacy planning. The role is pivotal in delivering best-in-class in-store availability while achieving working capital and service level objectives.

To continually enhance integrated business planning (S&OP) and cross-functional collaboration, supported by fit-for-purpose systems, to ensure the right products are available at the right time — enabling Clicks to consistently deliver on its promise as South Africa’s leading health and beauty retailer.

To drive and optimise Clicks' end-to-end supply chain operations, including sourcing, demand and replenishment planning, import management, supplier collaboration, efficiency and cost negotiations, financial and pharmacy planning. The role is pivotal in delivering best-in-class in-store availability while achieving working capital and service level objectives.

To continually enhance integrated business planning (S&OP) and cross-functional collaboration, supported by fit-for-purpose systems, to ensure the right products are available at the right time — enabling Clicks to consistently deliver on its promise as South Africa’s leading health and beauty retailer.

Job Objectives

• Develop and lead the annual strategic plan and budget for sales, margin, and inventory, ensuring full alignment with the business unit’s financial and growth objectives.
• Champion the evolution and execution of Integrated Business Planning (S&OP) to drive alignment across demand, supply, and financial planning, enhancing cross-functional decision-making and accountability.
• Drive a world-class demand forecasting capability, leveraging accurate demand signals and analytics to align forecasts with financial targets at product, category, and store levels.
• Design and optimise inventory strategies across the product portfolio and logistics network to ensure product availability, service level excellence, and optimal working capital utilisation.
• Ensure forward-looking capacity planning across Distribution Centres, including stockholding, throughput, and inbound/outbound flow to support business growth and avoid operational bottlenecks.
• Manage end-to-end new product introductions, ensuring seamless forecasting, sourcing, and post-launch execution to maximise speed-to-shelf and product availability.
• Collaborate with the Private Label team to define sourcing strategies that deliver margin improvement, secure reliable supply and support the business's brand ambitions.
• Lead supplier collaboration, commercial efficiency negotiations, and gain-share agreements to unlock value, reduce cost-to-serve, and drive incremental group profit from the supply chain.
• Create and maintain robust, insight-led reporting and performance metrics, enabling real-time visibility and data-driven decision-making across all supply chain touchpoints.
• Continuously evaluate and implement leading-edge supply chain technologies and tools, ensuring digital readiness, scalability, and alignment with future strategic objectives.
• Lead the deployment and integration of next-generation supply chain solutions, ensuring seamless cross-functional adoption, productivity gains, and end-to-end efficiency.
• Establish and nurture strong cross-functional partnerships with key stakeholders across buying, product development, operations and logistics to ensure integrated high-impact execution.
• Proactively identify risks, operational challenges, and emerging issues, develop mitigation plans, and maintain transparent, solution-oriented communication across the organisation.
• Build, lead, and inspire a high-performing team of demand planning and replenishment professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, ownership, agility, and service.
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement across all supply chain disciplines, driving innovation, agility, and best-in-class product availability while optimising cost and capital.

Job related knowledge

• Sourcing & Imports Management

Expertise in product sourcing, supplier coordination, and inbound logistics.

• Warehouse & Distribution

Strong capability in understanding warehouse operations and outbound logistics efficiently.

• FMCG Supply Chain

Broad knowledge of end-to-end supply chain processes within FMCG environments.

• Data Analysis

Skilled in using data models to drive insights and performance improvements.

• Forecasting & Planning

Proficient in demand forecasting tools, trends, and technologies.

Clear understanding of customer needs, market trends, and the competitive landscape.

Experienced in supplier performance, promotional planning, product lifecycles, and supply chain optimisation.

• Sourcing & Imports Management

Expertise in product sourcing, supplier coordination, and inbound logistics.

• Warehouse & Distribution

Strong capability in understanding warehouse operations and outbound logistics efficiently.

• FMCG Supply Chain

Broad knowledge of end-to-end supply chain processes within FMCG environments.

• Data Analysis

Skilled in using data models to drive insights and performance improvements.

• Forecasting & Planning

Proficient in demand forecasting tools, trends, and technologies.

• Customer & Market Insight

Clear understanding of customer needs, market trends, and the competitive landscape.

• Supplier & Lifecycle Management

Experienced in supplier performance, promotional planning, product lifecycles, and supply chain optimisation.

• Financial Planning

Strong grasp of financial models to support cost management and working capital efficiency.

Job related skills

• Financial planning and management in Retail
• Buying and planning processes in Retail
• FMCG demand planning and forecasting
• Category management, sales and operations planning way of working (matrix organisations)
• Vendor management (including negotiation and contract management)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, to build relationships and drive consensus and collaboration across functional groups
• Business math acumen and analysis to comprehend financial information and reporting to make business decisions
• Forecasting consumer trends and buying habits 9 – 36 months in the future
• Complex decision making based on statistics, trends and opinions
• Requires proficiency on MS Office Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point
• Complex Problem solving
• Retail mathematical and financial calculations/analysis (e.g. GMROI, CAGR, variance to last year, percentage of total, stock turn)
• Familiarity with demand and fulfilment planning software (e.g., SAP IBP, Blue Yonder, Anaplan, Relex)
• Exposure to inventory optimisation models balancing service levels and working capital
• Awareness of Incoterms and their practical application in contract negotiations
• Awareness of emerging technologies shaping supply chain best practices (e.g., blockchain, IoT, AI-driven and ML optimisation)
• Understanding of end-to-end supply chain visibility tools and analytics dashboards
• A minimum of 10-15 years merchandise planning and financial/business analysis, modeling and forecasting experience
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a retail environment 5 Years functional experience – FMCG Supply Chain or Retail Planning
• 5 Years commercial experience including accountability for large budgets
• Strong planning and buying experience with solid understanding of financial and statistical analysis of both
• Strategic leadership experience applying business and financial analysis skills and knowledge to solve business problems and influence decision making

Education

Essential: Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce/Science/Engineering/Supply ChainLogistics

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• Leading and Supervising
• Persuading and Influencing
• Presenting and Communicating Information
• Analysing
• Planning and Organising
• Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations
• Formulating Strategies and Concepts
• Coping with Pressures and Setbacks
• Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking

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