Supply Chain Coordinator (JB5597)

Supply Chain Coordinator (JB5597)
Muizenberg, Cape Town
R28 – R30 000 CTC per month
Permanent

Oversee the smooth flow of goods from suppliers to production and finished stock. Balance purchasing, scheduling, and inventory control to keep operations moving efficiently and cost-effectively. Work with ERP tools to maintain accurate records, support compliance standards, and provide management with visibility on material availability and risks.

Minimum Requirements:
Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain Management
A minimum of 3 years’ experience in supply chain, procurement, or production support (experience in FMCG or regulated manufacturing environments beneficial).
Strong computer literacy with ERP and planning platforms (experience with Cin7 Core/DEAR, ClickUp, or similar is an advantage).
Advanced Excel ability and confidence managing data, supplier pricing, and lead times.
Familiarity with regulatory or quality frameworks, including traceability and audit readiness.
Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to stay composed under tight deadlines.
Clear communicator with strong negotiation and relationship-building ability.
Own transport and willingness to travel locally for suppliers, collections, or urgent deliveries

Duties and Responsibilities:
Source and order raw and packaging materials, keeping supplier files current and accurate.
Track purchase orders and deliveries to ensure goods arrive on schedule.
Liaise with suppliers on costs, artwork approvals, and changes to packaging.
Coordinate freight and logistics arrangements for local and imported stock.
Keep production schedules up to date and issue job instructions to warehouse staff.
Ensure materials are picked and dispatched correctly and finished products are recorded in the ERP.
File and maintain supply chain documentation to support compliance and quality standards.
Highlight risks around stock shortages or delays and suggest corrective action.
Continuously look for efficiencies, process improvements, and opportunities to reduce costs.
Report to management on supplier performance, order status, and operational bottlenecks.

Please do not apply using Scanned CVs, no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

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