National Integration Manager SC needed at Pick n Pay Stores Limited

• A National Integration Manager in supply chain plays a crucial role in ensuring that various components of the supply chain are seamlessly integrated and function cohesively across different regions or divisions of a company

Minimum Requirements

• 3 year Diploma / equivalent Degree in Industrial Engineering
• 2-3 years experience in DC / Warehouse environment
• Exposure to warehousing/logistic environment
• Experience with Functionally Outsourced Partners
• Work independently and deadline driven
• Young, Energetic and be self driven

Competencies

• Analytical thinking
• Problem solving
• Strong sense of accountability
• Be able to take initiative and work independently
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to liaise with management, customers and suppliers
• Commercial and Financial acumen

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinating Supply Chain Activities:
• Cross-Functional Coordination: They work closely with different departments to ensure that the supply chain processes are well-aligned and integrated.
• Standardization of Processes: They help standardize supply chain processes across all DC’s to ensure uniformity and efficiency.
• Optimizing Supply Chain Performance:
• Efficiency Improvement: By identifying bottlenecks and inefficiencies, they develop strategies to improve overall supply chain performance.
• Cost Reduction: They focus on reducing costs through better integration of processes and optimizing the use of resources.
• CI- Continuous Improvement on current models and methods
• Implementing Technology Solutions:
• Data Management: Ensuring that data flows smoothly across the supply chain, enabling better decision-making through accurate and timely information.
• Change Management:
• Process Improvements: They manage and lead change initiatives to enhance supply chain processes, ensuring all parts of the organization are aligned with new methods.
• Training and Development: They provide training to ensure that employees are well-equipped to adapt to new systems and processes.
• Risk Management:
• Contingency Planning: They identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop contingency plans to mitigate these risks.
• Stakeholder Communication:
• Reporting: They regularly communicate with senior management about the status of supply chain integration, highlighting successes, challenges, and areas for improvement.
• Strategic Planning:
• Long-Term Goals: They contribute to the strategic planning of the supply chain, ensuring that integration efforts support the company’s long-term goals.
• Scalability: They ensure that supply chain processes are scalable to support the company’s growth and expansion.