67 Supply Chain Manager jobs in Cape Town

We’re Hiring: Supply Chain Manager

We’re looking for a seasoned professional with a background in pharmaceutical or cosmetic industries , who has successfully managed buyers and supply chain operations .

• Identify, evaluate, and recommend suppliers of raw materials, packaging, and critical components

• Negotiate contracts to secure competitive pricing, timely delivery, and quality compliance

• Build and manage supplier relationships, monitor performance, and drive improvements

• Oversee inventory levels to minimise stockouts and excess inventory

• Implement and track KPIs related to planning and supply chain performance

• Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards

• Collaborate with production, quality, finance, and cross-functional teams for smooth planning

• Maintain robust inventory systems (ERP/WMS) to optimise stock levels

• Identify supply chain risks and implement contingency plans

• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and ethical standards

• Lead and coach the planning team, fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture

• Stay updated on industry regulations and sustainable supply chain practices

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field

• 10+ years’ supply chain management experience , with at least 5 years in a hands-on managerial role

• Strong exposure to GMP standards in Pharma, Cosmetics, FMCG, or Food sectors

• Proven forecasting experience in a manufacturing environment

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on process improvement

• Proficiency in MS Office and supply chain management software (ERP systems)

• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Location: (Parow/Cape Town)
Competitive package offered

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Our client, a leading player in the Cosmetics industry, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Supply Chain Manager to join their dynamic team.

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of the end-to-end supply chain function and drive operational excellence within a fast-paced and innovative environment.

1. Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and recommend qualified suppliers for raw materials, packaging, and other critical components. Negotiate contracts to ensure competitive pricing, timely delivery, and compliance with quality standards. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, including performance monitoring and issue resolution.
2. Inventory & Planning: Manage inventory levels across the supply chain to minimize stockouts and excess inventory. Collaborate with production and cross-functional teams to ensure efficient production planning. Maintain robust inventory management systems (e.g., ERP, WMS) to optimize stock levels.
3. Process Improvement: Continuously analyze the supply chain to identify areas for improvement. Implement process enhancements, such as lean manufacturing principles, to boost efficiency and reduce costs. Conduct regular supply chain audits to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
4. Risk Management: Identify and assess potential supply chain risks, including natural disasters, political instability, and economic fluctuations. Develop and implement contingency plans to mitigate disruptions.
5. Sustainability & Compliance: Develop and implement sustainable practices across the supply chain. Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and ethical standards.
6. Team Leadership: Lead, coach, and develop a team of procurement, warehousing, and planning professionals. Foster a collaborative and results-oriented work environment. Recruit, train, and develop talent within the supply chain department.

1. A degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
2. 10 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, with at least 5 years at a managerial level in the Cosmetics / Pharma / Food / FMCG industries.
3. Proven experience in forecasting within a manufacturing environment.
4. Strong understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
5. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.
6. Proficient in MS Office and Supply Chain Management software (e.g., ERP systems).
7. Outstanding communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
8. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

To be considered, applicants must meet the listed qualifications and experience. Please submit your CV and a motivation letter in support of your application. Closing date for submissions: 31 January. If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We’re Hiring: Supply Chain Manager  

We’re looking for a seasoned professional with a background in pharmaceutical or cosmetic industries , who has successfully managed buyers and supply chain operations .

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and recommend suppliers of raw materials, packaging, and critical components

• Negotiate contracts to secure competitive pricing, timely delivery, and quality compliance

• Build and manage supplier relationships, monitor performance, and drive improvements

• Oversee inventory levels to minimise stockouts and excess inventory

• Implement and track KPIs related to planning and supply chain performance

• Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards

• Collaborate with production, quality, finance, and cross-functional teams for smooth planning

• Maintain robust inventory systems (ERP/WMS) to optimise stock levels

• Identify supply chain risks and implement contingency plans

• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and ethical standards

• Lead and coach the planning team, fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture

• Stay updated on industry regulations and sustainable supply chain practices

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field

• 10+ years’ supply chain management experience , with at least 5 years in a hands-on managerial role

• Strong exposure to GMP standards in Pharma, Cosmetics, FMCG, or Food sectors

• Proven forecasting experience in a manufacturing environment

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on process improvement

• Proficiency in MS Office and supply chain management software (ERP systems)

• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Location: (Parow/Cape Town)
Competitive package offered

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Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Supply Chain Manager to lead their supply chain operations. This role requires an analytical thinker with strong leadership and problem-solving skills to oversee the end-to-end supply chain function. The successful candidate will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and play a key role in ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and recommend qualified suppliers of raw materials, packaging, and other critical components.

• Negotiate supplier contracts to secure competitive pricing, timely delivery, and compliance with quality standards.

• Build and manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Manage inventory levels to minimise stockouts and excess inventory.

• Implement and monitor KPIs to measure planning and operational performance.

• Conduct supply chain audits to ensure compliance with quality standards and GMP regulations.

• Collaborate with production, quality, finance, and other cross-functional teams to ensure smooth production planning.

• Maintain and optimise inventory management systems (ERP/WMS).

• Identify and assess supply chain risks, developing contingency plans as required.

• Drive sustainable supply chain practices and ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and ethical standards.

• Lead, coach, and develop the Planning team, fostering a results-driven and positive work culture.

• Oversee the Warehouse Manager (with a team of 8–10 members), two Buyers (Raw Materials and Packaging), and a Planner.

Required Skills

• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement.

• Advanced negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.

• Highly organised with strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

• Commercial awareness and business acumen in supply chain decision-making.

• Proficiency in MS Office and supply chain management software (ERP/WMS).

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in supply chain management, with at least 5 years at managerial level.

• Proven forecasting experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience in Cosmetics, Pharmaceutical, FMCG, or Food industries with solid GMP knowledge.

• Demonstrated track record of implementing process improvements in supply chain operations.

• Hands-on experience managing cross-functional teams and multiple supply chain functions.

• Full-time, on-site position – manufacturing experience is mandatory.

Overview

The Amazon South Africa Retail business is looking for a leader with proven experience to drive process improvements and thought leadership in inventory planning and operations. The Sr. Strategic Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for leading inventory management strategies to maximize customer experience, sales, margin and turns, as well as end-to-end business ownership of all supply chain processes from manufacturer to consumer. They will use data to influence others and build scalable systems & processes, rather than just addressing single issues. They will play a critical role in delivering the optimal customer experience by ensuring we have the right product quantities, in the right places, at the right time. To achieve this mission, Supply Chain Managers work to continuously optimize our end-to-end supply chain by engaging with vendors to improve operational metrics and driving system and process automation with internal teams.

The successful candidate must be highly organized and possess strong data extraction and analytical capabilities. They are able to self-manage competing priorities, driving both strategic and tactical activities in parallel, and possess strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong candidates will have knowledge in fundamental business principles and previous relevant experience. The ideal candidate is able to lead and influence both internal and external teams in an ambiguous environment while maintaining a customer-centric philosophy.

• Identify and deliver operational improvement opportunities around buying and demand planning.
• Monitor and identify opportunities to improve key supply chain metrics such as Out of Stock rate, Overstock Rate, Total Inbound Lead Time, Delivery Speed, and Confirmation / Fill Rates.
• Share supply chain insights and contribute to business reviews for Senior Leadership (verbal and written).
• Identify opportunities to optimize our supply chain cost structure and profitability through vendor engagement, project management, and collaboration with partner teams on system improvements.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree, or 5+ years of professional or military experience
• Experience working with complex data sets
• Experience delivering results by partnering with and influencing others

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of statistics or other analytical techniques
• Experience with SQL

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer, and we value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. Amazon is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. Amazon requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.

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