Job Description

Job Title:

Supply Chain Specialist

Location:

Ladybrand or Bloemfontein (regular travel to Maseru; limited sleep-outs)

Company:

Morena Sales and Merchandising, South Africa

About the Role

Our Company is seeking a detail-driven specialist to manage the full virtuous cycle across purchasing, pricing, supplier negotiations, stock accuracy and operational reporting. The role requires strong analytical skill, system capability and a firm understanding of how commercial decisions impact the broader supply chain and sales cycle. Procurement will form an essential part of this role.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing and Pricing

Manage product purchases and ensure accurate pricing on all systems

Implement and maintain price updates, promotional pricing and deal structures

Ensure alignment between pricing, margin targets and business objectives

Supplier Negotiations, Customer and Deal Management

Engage with suppliers on costs, terms, deals and service levels

Drive negotiations that support business profitability and strategic direction

Maintain up-to-date records on agreements, promotion grids and deal cycles

Understand mark-up management

Virtuous Cycle and ERP Stock Systems

Maintain accurate stock levels on the system and ensure proper cycle alignment

Identify discrepancies and resolve issues across purchasing, stock and sales links

Support demand planning and replenishment decisions

Reverse logistics expertise and accounting thereof

Reporting and Insights

Produce clear, accurate reporting on pricing, stock, purchasing and cycle performance

Provide insights that guide operational decisions and commercial strategy

Highlight risks, variances and improvement opportunities

Stakeholder Engagement

Work closely with internal teams (finance, sales, warehouse, management)

Liaise professionally with external suppliers and partners

Ensure smooth communication across all touchpoints in the cycle

Requirements

Degree in business, supply chain, finance or related field

Minimum 5 years experience in a similar analytical or commercial operations role

Strong system knowledge and high proficiency with data and reporting tools

Detail-orientated with excellent numerical accuracy

Solid understanding of the virtuous cycle from purchasing through to sales

Able to guide business strategy through data-backed insights

Strong interpersonal skills for internal and external engagement

Based in Ladybrand or Bloemfontein

Able to travel as required within SADC and beyond

Vast experience in stock management and procurement

B2B experience

Forecasting experience

Valid driver's license

The screening process will include a background check and polygraph testing.

Our Company is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. In accordance with the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person