Premium Ad Clearing and Forwarding - Other Clearing and Forwarding Ladysmith FULL TIME Job Summary A leading protective wear and safety equipment manufacturing company is looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager with strong experience in procurement, supply chain management, international sourcing, supplier negotiations, and manufacturing operations to join their team in Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the end-to-end procurement and supply chain function, ensuring the efficient sourcing of raw materials, inventory management, supplier performance, logistics, and continuous process improvement. Responsibilities: * Lead and manage the procurement and supply chain function. * Oversee factory procurement, material planning, and inventory management. * Source raw materials, fabrics, trims, and other production-related materials. * Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers. * Negotiate supplier contracts, pricing, and commercial agreements. * Monitor supplier performance in line with quality and delivery standards. * Manage freight costs, logistics, shipping, transportation, and storage activities. * Ensure accurate stock levels and monitor inventory movements to prevent shortages or overstocking. * Oversee purchasing processes, including quotations, purchase orders, and on-time deliveries. * Collaborate with production, sales, and finance teams to align material availability with business requirements. * Forecast material demand and implement effective supply planning strategies. * Lead, mentor, and manage the supply chain team. * Monitor supply chain KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives. * Ensure accurate reporting and maintain supply chain documentation. Requirements:…

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