Logistics Supervisor (Automotive Parts) Full Time Jobs

Group Logistics Supervisor (Automotive Parts) – Pretoria.

We are looking for aGroup Parts Logistics Supervisor for a full time position in the automotive industry based in Pretoria.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Purchasing, Inventory Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, or relevant business qualification (e.g. CPIM, Diploma in Logistics, B.Com Supply Chain)
• Additional training in SAP, forecasting systems, or international logistics advantageous
• 4 to 5 Years’ experience in inventory management, purchasing, supply chain or related logistics functions within a manufacturing or automotive environment
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 / VDA standards and procurement governance and compliance procedures

Technical and Behavioural Competencies:

• Inventory management, sourcing, import logistics, manufacturing lead times, and supplier/freight forwarder management
• Advanced proficiency in SAP, IDIS (or equivalent), and MS Office
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem – solving ability
• Ability to work under pressure in a high -volume, time -sensitive environment
• Self – driven, organized and methodical; able to work independently
• Strong written and verbal communication at all organizational levels
• Ability to interpret raw data, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions
• Confident, assertive approach when dealing with suppliers, service providers and logistics partners
• Customer – service orientation with professional telephone and email etiquette

Key Performance Areas:

• Inventory and service management: Monitor inventory performance, manage demand and backorders, optimize stock levels, and ensure service level targets are achieved
• Cost control: Analyze airfreight costs, manage excess and obsolete inventory, and coordinate supplier claims to improve cost efficiency
• Reporting and analysis: Produce inventory, demand, service level, and performance reports to support business decision-making
• Quality and compliance: Ensure compliance with ISO 9001/VDA standards, participate in audits, and drive continuous process improvement
• People leadership: Lead, coach, develop, and performance-manage a team of Analysts to achieve operational excellence and business objectives