Supply Chain Director

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POSITION INFO:

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:

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

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