Import Supply & Procurement Manager - AD200526-4285

SUMMARY:
Import Supply & Procurement Manager - AD200526-4285

POSITION INFO:

Join a Fast-Paced Import & Supply Chain Environment

Our client is looking for a highly organised and operationally strong Import Supply & Procurement Manager to take ownership of procurement execution, international shipment coordination, inventory replenishment, and supply continuity across a dynamic import-driven business.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving operational environment and understands how procurement, shipping, forecasting, warehousing, and inventory all connect to business performance.

You will play a key role in ensuring stock availability, managing inbound shipments from suppliers through to warehouse delivery, supporting replenishment planning, and proactively managing operational supply chain risks.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Supply Management

• Manage end-to-end procurement and replenishment activities
• Coordinate supplier orders, shipment schedules, and lead times
• Monitor stockholding, supply continuity, and operational demand requirements
• Support procurement planning and inventory optimization

Shipping & Import Operations

• Coordinate inbound international shipments from factory loading through to warehouse delivery
• Manage freight forwarders, clearing agents, and logistics providers
• Track shipments, ETAs, customs clearance, and delivery timelines
• Resolve shipment delays and supply chain disruptions proactively

Supply Planning & Inventory

• Monitor stock movement, forecasting trends, and replenishment requirements
• Identify stock-out risks, overstock exposure, and supply gaps
• Support warehouse coordination, stock balancing, and inventory visibility
• Assist with managing ageing and slow-moving stock

Systems & Reporting

• Work extensively on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and Netstock
• Prepare operational reports including:
  • Shipment tracking
  • ETA reporting
  • Inventory risk analysis
  • Procurement pipeline visibility
  • Forecast reporting
• Utilise Excel for operational reporting and analysis

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in:
  • Procurement
  • Import shipping
  • Supply planning
  • Supply chain operations
• Strong experience managing international shipments and inbound logistics
• Proven experience working with freight forwarders, clearing agents, and suppliers
• Experience in FMCG, imported goods, food, beverage, or distribution environments advantageous

Systems & Technical Skills

• Strong Excel and reporting capability
• ERP system experience essential
• Experience with:
  • Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
  • Netstock
    will be highly advantageous

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised and detail-oriented
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Able to work under pressure in a demanding operational environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive, accountable, and solution-driven

Why Join our client?

This is an opportunity to join a business where supply chain operations are critical to commercial success. The role offers exposure across procurement, logistics, inventory planning, forecasting, and operational strategy within a highly interconnected environment.

You’ll work closely with operations, finance, sales, warehousing, suppliers, and logistics partners while playing a central role in maintaining operational continuity across the business.

To apply, please submit your updated MS Word CV detailing your relevant procurement, import, and supply chain experience to asap