Description:
As a Supply chain Manger , you will be responsible for the following:- Develop and implement a unified supply chain planning framework across all African markets within the group.
- Provide strategic oversight for demand and supply planning, aligning plans with sales forecasts and market dynamics.
- Lead the integration of standard operating procedures (SOPs) to foster visibility, consistency, and executional discipline across entities.
- Design and execute a supply chain digitization roadmap, focused on driving efficiency, visibility, and end-to-end optimization.
- Establish a supply continuity and contingency matrix to proactively manage risk and ensure reliable, cost-effective service delivery.
- Build and develop high-performing teams, embedding a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee tactical and long-term capacity planning with suppliers to match dynamic business needs and ensure availability.
- Collaborate with internal teams, 3PL partners, and franchisees to ensure cohesive and agile planning execution.
- Lead raw material and ingredient planning to optimize inventory, reduce waste, and align with operational demand.
- Drive strategic supply chain optimization initiatives that align with the groups expansion and operational excellence goals.
What Do You Need?:
- 10+ years of senior-level experience in supply chain planning and logistics management, preferably within the food or restaurant industry.
- Proven track record in multi-country supply chain leadership, including the integration of diverse business units or subsidiaries.
- Expertise in supplier management, forecasting, network planning, and inventory optimization.
- Demonstrated success in leading large-scale transformation and digitization initiatives.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with a knack for influencing cross-functional and external stakeholders.
- A Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Industrial Engineering, Engineering, or a related field.
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22 Apr 2025;
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