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• Min 5 years' experience within the Supply Chain Industry.
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How you'll role

As a Supply Chain Specialist (ERP Systems Analyst), you will play a pivotal role in streamlining supply chain operations and enhancing asset maintenance. You will use your knowledge to act as the subject matter expert, optimizing ERP systems, and providing hands-on support to troubleshoot and enhance business processes. This role is integral to ensuring efficient operations, increasing asset longevity, and improving ERP support for our supply chain and maintenance teams.

What you'll do

• Act as the subject matter expert for supply chain processes such as procurement, inventory management, warehouse operations, and logistics
• Support asset maintenance processes including preventive and corrective maintenance, equipment lifecycle management, and compliance tracking
• Configure and optimize ERP modules for SCM and asset maintenance to improve efficiency
• Provide hands-on support, troubleshoot system issues, and develop reports and dashboards
• Train users and develop process documentation and best practices
• Collaborate with IT and business teams on system enhancements, upgrades, and integrations

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years' experience in supply chain and/or asset maintenance ERP functional roles
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as Dynamics 365 F&O
• Strong understanding of supply chain processes and asset management principles
• Technical skills in reporting, data analysis, workflows, and system configuration
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and support skills

A dynamic and growing business is looking for an E-Commerce Supply Chain Specialist to plan, execute, manage and control activities associated with the effective receiving, handling, storage, logistics, and Supply Chain Administration for E-Commerce and the JHB Warehouses.

• Manage distribution and transport systems for the E-Commerce product range.
• Responsible for inventory control and warehousing.
• Order processing and Administration.

• Relevant Bachelor degree: BCom Logistics / Industrial Engineer or similar.
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) – advantageous.
• At least 5 years’ experience in Supply Chain Management or Logistics Specialist role.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• ERP knowledge (Pastel Evolution / IFS).

R600K C.T.C p/a.

JHB North.

Please email applications to to know more.

IMPORTANT TO NOTE: Should you not receive feedback within 2 weeks of applying, please accept that you did not qualify for this position. As per the POPI Act, your information will be deleted.

South African citizens only.

R - Annually

Urgent Vacancy: Production & Supply Chain Specialist

Start Date:
Immediate

Contract:
6-Month FTC (with the possibility of being made permanent)

We are seeking a
Production & Supply Chain Specialist
to join our dynamic team. This critical role is responsible for coordinating and supporting production and supply chain activities to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with customer requirements.

You will be actively involved in
production planning, procurement, inventory management, logistics, and compliance
with ISO 9001 and SHEQ standards. If you are organised, proactive, and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with daily, weekly, and monthly production planning.
• Monitor production progress, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions.
• Support procurement and supplier management to ensure timely delivery of raw materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory control and product traceability.
• Coordinate dispatch, logistics, and route planning for timely customer deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, SHEQ, and legal requirements.
• Generate and share regular reports on production, inventory, and supply chain performance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain, Production Management, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
• 3–5 years' experience in production, supply chain, or logistics in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong ERP/MRP and Microsoft Excel skills.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems and SHEQ standards.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical ability.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Detail-oriented and solutions-driven team player.

How to Apply

If you are ready to make an immediate impact in this urgent role, please send your CV to with the subject line:
Production & Supply Chain Specialist Application
.

**Please Note: Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted**

Calling all Raw Material Supply Chain Specialists

Ready for your next step. Fancy moving to
Durban

About the Role

We are seeking a
Raw Material Supply Chain Specialist
to oversee and manage all inbound raw materials, bulk liquids, and related warehouse activities. This role will be responsible for ensuring accurate stock management, supplier liaison, quality and food safety compliance, as well as efficient replenishment planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all inbound raw materials, bulk liquids, and inventory movements.
• Oversee stock control processes, including weekly and monthly reconciliations, surprise counts, and variance reporting.
• Ensure compliance.
• Maintain supplier and product files, including quality certifications and specifications.
• Run and manage Plans, ensuring on-time and in-full deliveries.
• Handle waste management processes and oversee warehouse equipment maintenance.
• Collaborate with suppliers, transporters, and internal teams to resolve quality, scheduling, and stock-related issues.

Requirements

• BCom Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in supply chain and/or warehousing, preferably in FMCG.
• Strong ERP skills
• Strong stock control and inventory management experience.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently, under pressure, and to tight deadlines.

KWIKOT (HAIER) SA

Vacancy: Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist

Business Unit:

Procurement and Supply Chain

Reports To:

Procurement & Supply Chain Manager

Role Overview:

Kwikot (Haier) South Africa operates in a demanding manufacturing and supply chain environment, prioritizing safety, quality, innovation, efficiency, continuous improvement, and customer service. The Company seeks an experienced Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist who will refine procurement and supply chain processes, enhance supply chain efficiencies, champion sustainability, and integrate lean practices.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, exceptional analytical competencies, and strong critical thinking. The candidate will be proficient in negotiations, advanced data analytics, process automation, risk management, and AI technologies. A forward-thinking mindset anchored in governance, speed, and strategic impact is essential to shaping procurement and supply chain strategies.

Detailed Roles & Responsibilities

1.   Supplier Relationship Management

· Cultivate and strategically manage relationships with local and international suppliers across procurement categories: Direct Materials, Indirect Materials, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), and Services.

· Drive supplier innovation, embedding best practices within Kwikot (Haier)'s operational framework.

· Negotiate and manage supplier contracts to optimize commercial and operational outcomes.

· Ensure rigorous compliance with corporate policies and regulatory standards.

· Conduct supplier performance reviews and implement corrective actions.

2.   Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders including Quality Assurance, Supply Chain Operations, Research & Development, Finance, Engineering, and Production to align procurement strategies with organizational objectives.

· Act as the primary liaison between procurement and operational teams, proactively challenging traditional methods to facilitate optimal results.

3.   Strategic Procurement & Planning

· Develop and execute comprehensive annual procurement strategies, targeting quality, cost management, strategic renegotiations, and operational efficiency.

· Prepare and present sourcing strategies for executive approval, executing them meticulously.

· Lead rigorous cost and variance analyses, presenting insightful reporting to support strategic decisions.

· Champion a forward-looking approach by anticipating market trends, leveraging new technologies, and actively shaping procurement roadmaps that align with organizational growth.

4.   Supplier Evaluation & Development

· Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers in collaboration with internal stakeholders.

· Lead supplier development initiatives that bolster sustainability, reliability, quality, and innovation.

5.   Financial & Operational Target Management

·Deliver on financial and operational targets, including cost savings, advantageous payment terms, inventory optimization, and effective contracting.

· Drive improvements in supplier quality metrics, reduce Supplier Corrective Rates (SCR) and parts per million (ppm) defect rates.

· Lead procurement-driven optimization and cost-avoidance initiatives.

6.   Demand, Forecasting & Supply Chain Optimizations

· Manage accurate demand forecasting (including S&OP), robust materials planning, and expedited procurement processes to sustain seamless production workflows.

· Improve planning accuracy through performance tracking and collaboration.

· Continuously optimize Net Operating Working Capital (NOWC) to improve financial efficiency.

7.   Data Analysis & AI Utilization

· Leverage data analytics and AI-driven platforms (Power BI, SQL, advanced Excel) to analyze and improve supply chain performance.

· Utilize data-driven insights to refine procurement practices, supplier costs, elevate forecasting accuracy, and enhance decision-making processes

8.   Risk Management

· Identify and mitigate risks across the supply base.

· Establish robust contingency plans.

9.   Compliance, Governance & Administration

· Ensure rigorous governance while maintaining speed, agility and responsiveness.

· Ensure ethical sourcing, regulatory compliance, and corporate controls.

· Manage reporting, dashboards, audit readiness, and accurate documentation.

· Collaborate with auditors (internal and external), address audit requests promptly, and implement corrective actions.

· Uphold the highest standards of integrity, promoting a culture of accountability and transparency.

10. Continuous Improvement & Sustainability

· Embed Lean methodologies and continuous improvement strategies throughout procurement and supply chain processes.

· Lead and advocate for sustainability initiatives, responsible sourcing, and environmental stewardship.

11.   Leadership & Development

· Mentor and develop suppliers.

· Foster an organizational culture characterized by accountability, professional growth, transparency, and continuous learning.

· Knowledge sharing with colleagues.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

· 
Financial Performance:

Spend Under Management, Cost Savings & Avoidance, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).

· 
Supplier Performance:

On-Time Delivery (OTD/OTIF), Quality (Defect Rate, SCR, ppm), Value-Added Negotiations.

· 
Process Efficiency:

PO Cycle Time, Inventory Turnover (NOWC), Lead Time Variability, Speed of Execution.

· 
Compliance & Risk:

Contract Compliance, Supplier Risk, Audit Results, ESG & B-BBEE alignment.

· 
Strategic Impact

:  Continuous Improvement Initiatives, Supply Chain Resilience

· 
Communication & Responsiveness:

Stakeholder Engagement, Information Accuracy, Speed in Execution.

Core Competencies

· 
Energy:

Proactive, results-oriented mindset with a strong drive to deliver outcomes. Ability to lead self and others.

·
Customer Focus:

Collaborative and service-minded with a focus on delivering excellence to both internal and external stakeholders.

· 
Agility:

Adaptable, decisive, and composed under pressure with sound situational judgement.

· 
Growth:

Forward-thinking, innovation-driven, and critical thinker. Committed to personal development, coaching, and continuous learning.

· 
Communication & Responsiveness

:  Effective communicator, capable of influencing across functions and acting with speed and accuracy.

· 
Data Intelligence:

Strong with numbers, analytics, and digital tools to drive insight-led decision-making.

· 
Negotiation:

Skilled in commercial negotiation, supplier engagement, and achieving win-win outcomes.

·
Resilience:

Maintains composure and effectiveness in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

Educational and Professional Requirements:

· Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Business Administration, Business Analysis, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, or related discipline (CIPS)

· Postgraduate qualification/MCIPS highly advantageous.

· Minimum three years' procurement and supply chain experience across multiple categories (Direct Materials, Indirect Materials, CAPEX, Services).

· Strong knowledge in Cost, Price and Total Cost Analysis (TCO)

· Proven proficiency in data and business analytics, AI-driven procurement tools, and process optimization.

· Excellent negotiation, analytical, and strategic planning skills.

· Expertise in ERP/MRP systems, advanced Excel, Power BI, SQL, and related AI analytics.

· Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written).

· Able to interpret and translate technical information and knowledge.

· Demonstrated capability to implement innovative, value-adding solutions.

· Project management

· Own transport – the role requires regular visits to suppliers and industry related events.

Where you'll be

You will be based onsite Benoni, South Africa in the corporate commercial office based onsite at the manufacturing facility.

Keeping you Healthy and Safe

We want you to return home in even better shape than when you started, so we need you to help us do this by making sure you follow a few simple steps. We need you to:

· Make sure you take reasonable care of your own health and safety, and

· Take reasonable care that what you do (or what you don't do when you should have) doesn't affect the health and safety of others, and

. Follow reasonable instructions that we might give from time-to-time, such as reporting incidents and hazards, and

· Follow policies or procedures, so long as it's reasonable and we've told you about it, and

· Attend training that helps you to work safely.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

· Send your application to either of the following within the HR space:

· Only applications that match the skills required will be considered.

· No late applications will be considered. 

. Must be available to start immediately.

· Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks of submitting your application, please view your application as unsuccessful. 

DEADLINE:30 September 2025

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Process Engineer (Operations & Supply Chain Specialist)

Recruiter:

West Coast Personnel

Job Ref:

CPT /OK

Date posted:

Monday, July 7, 2025

Location:

Muizenberg, South Africa

Salary:

R Monthly

SUMMARY:

About The Role

We’re looking for a hands-on, experienced Process Engineer with a strong background in tooling, plastic molding, and supply chain management to join our operations team. You’ll report directly to the COO and play a critical role in managing our global manufacturing, logistics, procurement, and supplier relationships.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact environment and enjoys taking products from concept to customer with efficiency, repeatability, and regulatory compliance, especially in industries governed by ISO 13485.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

• Lead new product introductions (NPI) and support the scale-up of manufacturing processes.
• Take ownership of tooling and plastic molding, ensuring robust verification and validation of components to support repeatable production.
• Manage global supply chain operations including procurement, supplier performance, inventory, and logistics.
• Oversee validation of new equipment, including documentation in line with quality and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 13485 and support the creation of regulatory documentation as needed.
• Coordinate production, inventory control, and distribution planning.
• Manage change control processes (ECRs/ECNs), maintain technical documentation, and ensure quality compliance.
• Work closely with suppliers to reduce lead times and improve operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Finance to support product launches, customer audits, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Provide regular updates on operational KPIs and project performance.
  
  

• A degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years' experience in operations, process engineering, or supply chain management—ideally in a regulated industry.
• Proven experience in tooling, plastic moulding, and hands-on process development.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing, logistics, and inventory systems.
• Experience with ERP systems, Excel (PivotTables), MS Project, and other planning tools.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Willingness to travel to engage with suppliers and partners as needed.
  
  

• Familiarity with medical device regulations and documentation.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen continuous improvement methodologies.
• Working knowledge of ISO 13485 and validation protocols in a regulated environment.
  
  
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Advertising Services

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A dynamic and growing business is looking for an E-Commerce Supply Chain Specialist to plan, execute, manage, and control activities associated with the effective receiving, handling, storage, logistics, and Supply Chain Administration for E-Commerce and the JHB Warehouses.

• Manage distribution and transport systems for the E-Commerce product range.
• Responsible for inventory control and warehousing.
• Order processing and administration.

• Relevant Bachelor degree: BCom Logistics / Industrial Engineer or similar.
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) – advantageous.
• At least 5 years’ experience in Supply Chain Management or Logistics Specialist role.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• ERP knowledge (Pastel Evolution / IFS).

R600K C.T.C p/a.

JHB North.

Please email applications to to know more.

IMPORTANT TO NOTE: Should you not receive feedback within 2 weeks of applying, please accept that you did not qualify for this position. As per the POPI Act, your information will be deleted. South African citizens only.