Group Parts Logistics Supervisor

Job Title: Group Parts Logistics Supervisor

Department: Group Parts Department - NSO

Location: Centurion

About the Company

Our client is a global mobility company driven by innovation, quality, and a proud heritage of engineering excellence. Operating across multiple key locations in South Africa, They produce vehicles and mobility solutions that prioritize performance, safety, and sustainability. Their success is powered by diverse, skilled, and passionate employees who value collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement.

About the Role

They are seeking a Group Parts Logistics Supervisor to lead the end-to-end urgent parts logistics function. This role ensures the fast, cost-effective sourcing, replenishment, and availability of critical Parts and Accessories from both local and international suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Inventory & Service Management: Monitor inventory performance, manage demand and backorders, optimize stock levels, and ensure service level targets are met.
• Cost Control: Analyze airfreight costs, manage excess and obsolete inventory, and coordinate supplier claims to maximize cost efficiency.
• Reporting & Analysis: Generate detailed inventory, demand, service level, and performance reports to drive strategic business decisions.
• Quality & Compliance: Maintain compliance with ISO 9001 / VDA standards, participate in audits, and drive continuous process improvements.
• People Leadership: Lead, coach, develop, and manage the performance of a team of Analysts to achieve operational excellence.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Diploma or Degree in Purchasing, Inventory Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related business qualification (e.g., CPIM, B.Com Supply Chain).
• Specialized training in SAP, forecasting systems, or international logistics is advantageous.

Experience:

• 4–5 years of experience in inventory management, purchasing, supply chain, or related logistics functions within an automotive or manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 / VDA standards and procurement governance and compliance procedures.

Technical & Behavioral Competencies:

• Strong expertise in inventory management, sourcing, import logistics, manufacturing lead times, and supplier/freight forwarder management.
• Advanced proficiency in SAP, MS Office, and inventory systems (IDIS, EPIS, ETKA or equivalent systems).
• Exceptional analytical, numerical, and problem-solving abilities with raw data interpretation skills.
• Strong ability to work under pressure in a high-volume, time-sensitive environment.
• Self-driven, organized, and methodical with the capability to work independently.
• Confident, assertive communicator with professional customer-service etiquette across all organizational levels and external logistics partners.