Supply Chain Manager - Agriculture

Our client is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to join the Coega, Port Elizabeth team · Plan, coordinate, and manage all logistics and distribution activities across local and export markets · Oversee warehousing, transportation, and distribution to ensure optimal stock flow and on-time delivery · Manage third-party logistics providers (3PLs), transporters, clearing agents, and freight forwarders · Monitor and optimise logistics costs, fleet utilisation, and route planning · Manage export logistics processes including documentation, customs clearance, Incoterms, and international shipping · Ensure compliance with South African export regulations, customs requirements, and destination country regulations · Coordinate with clearing agents and freight forwarders for sea, air, and road freight · Manage export lead times, container planning, and cross-border distribution (SADC and international markets) · Manage high-volume, fast-moving stock with tight delivery timelines and shelf-life constraints · Collaborate with Sales, Demand Planning, Production, and Finance to align forecasts and stock availability · Ensure compliance with OHSA, road transport regulations, and company safety standards · Implement and monitor SOPs for warehousing, distribution, and export processes · Manage risk, insurance claims, loss prevention, and damage control Requirements · Grade 12 · Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transport Management, or a related field · Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in Supply Chain Management in the Agriculture / FMCG · Proven export logistics experience, including cross-border shipments and international trade · Experience managing warehouses, transport operations, and 3PLs · Strong knowledge of South African transport, customs, and export regulations · Strong understanding of FMCG distribution models and high-volume logistics · Experience with Syspro or similar system · Experience managing a large team · Candidate must reside in the Port Elizabeth / Uitenhage area