Supply Chain Project Manager at Vital Health Foods

About the job

Manage all projects from scope to execution including project updates, deadlines, administration, approvals and scope creep to ensure that deliverables are met. Under the guidance of the Supply Chain Manager, interpret data and project manage internal innovation briefs based on market research and convert them into an executable project and business plan. To effectively utilise these insights, combined with a strong internal and external network, manage these projects from scoping to on-time execution.

Responsibilities:

• Attend innovation workshops and under guidance of senior management, assess the feasibility of identified NPD projects, as well as existing business improvement projects.
• Manage NPD Projects by scoping timelines to ensure that product launch dates are met.
• Evaluate & implement allocated & identified improvement projects relating to sourcing, distribution channels and cost-saving efficiencies
• Coordinate Technical and Regulatory Change Control Projects, with the support of the Rubicon Technical Services
• Coordinate allocated parts of the budget and maintain costs against budget
• Under guidance of Supply Chain Manager, develop knowledge and understanding of the full supply chain in order to assist with day to day planning functions.

Requirements:

• Project Management certificate, coupled with at least 3 years’ relevant experience
• BCom degree will be advantageous.
• Experience in Demand and Supply, or E-commerce exposure will be advantageous
• Excellent innovative thinking and pro-active thinking skills are required
• Problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills will set you apart from others.

Closing Date: 30th, June 2022