Manufacturing & Supply Chain Professional (Mid-Senior Level)
LocationMbombela, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
DepartmentManufacturing & Supply Chain
Company size201+ people
First seen1w ago
Last seen2d ago
About the company
Hire Resolve is assisting manufacturing and supply chain organisations in hiring experienced Manufacturing & Supply Chain Professionals to join their South Africa–based operations. These roles are designed for mid- to senior-level professionals with a strong background across manufacturing, production, supply chain, operations, engineering, logistics, or quality functions, and offer a clear pathway toward senior leadership roles.
Successful candidates will play a key role in optimising production and supply chain processes, improving operational efficiency, ensuring quality and occupational health and safety standards, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across end-to-end operations.
Key Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be responsible for:
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Overseeing and supporting manufacturing, production, and supply chain operations
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Managing production planning, scheduling, inventory control, and materials flow
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Optimising workflows, processes, and systems to improve efficiency, cost control, and service levels
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Collaborating cross-functionally with engineering, quality, procurement, logistics, and maintenance teams
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Implementing and sustaining Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives
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Ensuring compliance with OHS Act requirements, ISO standards, and internal quality and safety policies
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Monitoring KPIs related to production output, inventory accuracy, on-time delivery, quality, and cost performance
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Supporting supplier performance management and supply chain risk mitigation
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Leading, mentoring, and supporting teams, supervisors, planners, and engineers
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Identifying operational risks and implementing corrective and preventative actions
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Contributing to strategic planning, capacity planning, and long-term operational improvements
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline
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5–10+ years of experience within manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, or industrial operations
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Experience in one or more of the following areas:
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Manufacturing or Production Management
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Supply Chain Management or Planning
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Procurement or Strategic Sourcing
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Logistics, Warehousing, or Distribution Operations
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Manufacturing, Industrial, or Process Engineering
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Quality Engineering or Quality Management
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Strong understanding of South African manufacturing and supply chain operations
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Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or similar methodologies
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Experience using ERP, MRP, WMS, or MES systems
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Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills
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Ability to work cross-functionally in fast-paced operational environments
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Experience in regulated manufacturing environments is advantageous