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Group Supply Chain Executive

Group Supply Chain Executive

Description

Afrirent Holdings is seeking an exceptional executive to lead and transform our Group Supply Chain function. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer and serving as a key member of the executive leadership team, this role is responsible for developing and executing an integrated enterprise-wide supply chain strategy that supports sustainable growth, operational excellence and commercial success.

This is a unique opportunity for a commercially astute leader to shape procurement strategy across a diversified group operating within mobility, hospitality, leisure and corporate services.

Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership across the Group's supply chain function by:

  • Developing and executing Afrirent's enterprise Supply Chain Strategy.
  • Leading strategic sourcing, procurement and category management across the Group.
  • Driving commercial negotiations and supplier partnership strategies.
  • Establishing governance frameworks that ensure ethical, compliant and value-driven procurement.
  • Leading supply chain transformation through technology, innovation and process optimisation.
  • Managing enterprise supplier relationships, contract governance and commercial performance.
  • Improving procurement efficiency, fleet procurement, inventory governance and operational excellence.
  • Providing executive reporting and strategic advice to Executive Management.
  • Building high-performing supply chain teams while developing future leadership capability.

The Ideal Candidate

You are a strategic and commercially driven executive who combines operational excellence with visionary leadership. You possess exceptional negotiation skills, executive presence and the ability to influence at Board and Executive Committee level. You are passionate about innovation, governance, ethical procurement and developing high-performing teams.

Why Join Afrirent?

At Afrirent, we are committed to innovation, operational excellence and sustainable growth. As our Group Supply Chain Executive, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of one of South Africa's leading diversified business groups while creating measurable commercial value across the organisation.

Education Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree (NQF Level 7) in Supply Chain Management, Logistics,
  • Procurement, Commerce or Engineering.
  • A postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) is preferred.
  • MBA or Master's Degree will be advantageous.
  • CIPS Professional Qualification will be advantageous.
  • Project Management qualification advantageous.

Experience

Applicants should demonstrate:

  • 15+ years' experience in Supply Chain Management.
  • 8-10 years leading large procurement organisations.
  • Proven executive leadership experience.
  • Strategic sourcing and category management expertise.
  • High-value commercial negotiation experience.
  • Fleet management or automotive sector experience.
  • ERP implementation and digital transformation experience.
  • Strong executive stakeholder management capability.

Details

Job Type: Permanent
Location: Centurion
Gauteng
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