Strategic Supply Chain Manager

Amazon Commercial Services (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd is a dynamic and innovative company operating in the retail industry. Our mission is to provide exceptional customer experiences through strategic supply chain management. We are seeking a Strategic Supply Chain Manager to lead our inventory planning and operations, driving process improvements and thought leadership within our organization.

As the Strategic Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing inventory management strategies that enhance customer experience, sales, margin, and turns. You will oversee all aspects of the supply chain process from manufacturer to consumer, utilizing data-driven insights to optimize systems and processes at scale. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring optimal customer satisfaction by maintaining appropriate product quantities in strategic locations at all times.

Key responsibilities include identifying operational improvement opportunities in buying and demand planning, monitoring key supply chain metrics such as Out of Stock rate and Delivery Speed, sharing insights with senior leadership, and optimizing cost structures through vendor engagement and project management. The ideal candidate will be highly organized with strong analytical skills, capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously while demonstrating excellent communication abilities.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, along with demonstrated experience in supply chain operations and inventory management. Project management experience is essential for this role. Preferred qualifications include expertise in process improvement methodologies. Amazon values diversity and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. South African citizens from designated groups are encouraged to apply as part of our commitment to Employment Equity.

If you are passionate about driving innovation and simplifying complex processes while contributing to a diverse and inclusive work environment, we invite you to apply for the position of Strategic Supply Chain Manager at Amazon South Africa Retail. Join us in discovering new possibilities and delivering exceptional results for our customers.

• Demonstrated experience in supply chain operations and inventory management
• Project management experience
• Experience with process improvement
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• Strong data extraction and analytical capabilities
• Knowledge in fundamental business principles

• Identify and deliver operational improvement opportunities around buying and demand planning
• Monitor and identify opportunities to improve key supply chain metrics such as Out of Stock rate, Overstock Rate, Total Inbound Lead Time, Delivery Speed, and Confirmation/Fill Rates
• Share supply chain insights and contribute to business reviews for Senior Leadership (verbal and written)
• Identify opportunities to optimize our supply chain cost structure and profitability through vendor engagement, project management, and collaboration with partner teams on system improvements

• Inventory Management
• Data Analysis
• Supply Chain Optimization
• Project Management
• Communication Skills

Seniority Level: Senior Level

Job Functions: Operations

• Inventory Management
• Supply Chain Management

Industries : Retail

• E-commerce
• Technology