At LED Lighting SA, we don't just manufacture lighting solutions—we deliver excellence through innovation, efficiency, and world-class supply chain management. As a leading South African manufacturer of intelligent LED lighting solutions for architectural, rail, commercial, and industrial projects, we rely on a robust supply chain to ensure the right products are delivered at the right time.
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Supply Chain Manager to join our team in Cape Town. This critical leadership role will be responsible for overseeing procurement, planning, inventory management, logistics, and supplier relationships, ensuring operational efficiency, cost optimisation, and uninterrupted support to our production and customer delivery commitments.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the procurement, planning, stores, and logistics functions.
- Monitor key supply chain KPIs and provide regular performance reports to management.
- Attend and contribute to production planning and operational review meetings.
- Ensure accurate and timely maintenance of procurement, inventory, and supplier records.
- Oversee purchase order management and ensure suppliers meet contractual obligations.
- Coordinate with Finance regarding supplier payments, budgeting, and cost management initiatives.
- Analyse supply chain data and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the supply chain team to achieve departmental objectives.
- Foster strong relationships with suppliers, service providers, and internal stakeholders.
- Ensure effective communication between Procurement, Production, Sales, Warehouse, and Finance teams.
- Manage supplier negotiations and resolve escalated supply chain issues.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain function.
- Collaborate with senior management on strategic planning and business growth initiatives.
- Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.
- Provide clear and timely updates to stakeholders regarding supply chain performance and risks.
Qualifications and Experience
- Grade 12 and relevant tertiary qualification
- Extensive Supply chain, stores, administration, and stock control experience
- 8 years + experience in stores, planning and purchasing environment.
- Understanding of stores management procedures.
- Proficient knowledge of inventory and inventory controls and MRP systems.
- Valid drivers' license.
- Proficient computer skills, Microsoft office, NAV.
- Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Outstanding leadership, organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
- Available to work extended hours.
Key Competencies and Attributes
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management
- Advanced analytical and reporting skills
- Strong commercial and financial acumen
- Excellent planning, organisational, and prioritisation skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to perform under pressure and meet critical deadlines
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset
Application Question(s):
- What is your highest qualification?
- How many years of experience do you have in supply chain management?
- What is your notice period?
- What is your current monthly CTC?
- What is your expected monthly CTC?
Work Location: In person
