Supply Chain Director

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Are you a strategic leader with a passion for supply chain excellence? Join a leading Multinational Beauty Brand with a global presence in the Cosmetics, Skin Care, Perfume, and Personal Care industries. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Supply Chain Director to join our clients team in the East Rand, Johannesburg. This role is a key member of the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) Supply Chain leadership team, based in South Africa, with significant travel to the US and Europe.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement strategies to achieve business objectives.
2. Oversee the East Rand Factory, including management of the Cost of Goods Budget.
3. Demonstrate strong leadership and human resource management capabilities.
4. Drive new product development and manage distribution and warehouse operations.
5. Oversee sales and operations planning to ensure smooth and efficient processes.
6. Collaborate with key stakeholders, including Risk, Safety, and Environmental Managers.
7. Apply financial and business acumen to budgeting, forecasting, and risk management.
8. Lead initiatives that ensure quality, compliance, and customer service excellence.
9. Deliver effective demand planning and forecasting for short, medium, and long-term objectives.
10. Lead and develop a customer-focused team across Delivery, Operations, and Manufacturing.
11. Nurture networks within EMEA, US, and international regions to ensure continuity of supply.
12. Direct all Manufacturing and Delivery initiatives in South Africa to support EMEA’s corporate strategic plan.
13. Ensure compliance with SOPs, Health & Safety practices, and GMP.
14. Act as a key strategic partner, influencing strategy, cost management, and change management.

Education & Experience:

1. Degree in Supply Chain Management.
2. Minimum of 10 years of management experience.
3. At least 5 years in a senior management role within a unionized environment (manufacturing, packaging, distribution, or turnkey).
4. Experience with an international company is essential.
5. ISO certification preferred, especially in the Cosmetics/Skin Care or FMCG industries.