Supply Chain and Distribution Manager at Columbus Stainless

Key Responsibilities

Operation & People Management

• Lead teams in administration, weighbridge, and supply chain analysis.
• Drive performance in line with strategic goal and KPIs.
• Foster a culture of high accountability, cross functional teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Inventory Control & Coordination

• Manage Finished Goods Inventory (FGI) and Work in Progress (WIP) locally.
• Oversee invoice administration and weighbridge accuracy.
• Coordinate external processing to ensure timely and quality delivery.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with Procurement, Commercial, and Operations Planning teams.
• Build strong relationships with external service providers and align operations accordingly.

Distribution & Warehousing

• Oversee transport, warehousing, and container logistics.
• Ensure cost- efficient distribution without compromising service levels.
• Coordinate inbound logistics with Purchasing.

External Partner Management

Management key suppliers and partners including:

• Employee transport providers (bus services).
• External processing and packaging service providers.
• Warehousing and logistics contractors.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or Industrial Engineering (preferred).
• National Diploma in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or Industrial Engineering with a completed Management Programme (MDP) or similar will be considered.

Certifications (advantageous)

• Certificate in Contract Management or Negotiation Skills.

Experience

• 6-8 years’ experience in supply chain, logistics, or distribution, including people management.
• Proven track record in: Inventory and supplier relationship management, Transport and containerization (road, rail, warehouse), contract negotiation and compliance, Invoice and shipping administration.
• Exposure to cross-functional liaison with Finance, Procurement, and Commercial departments.
• Export shipping knowledge is advantageous.