📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWBoardroom Appointments is actively recruiting for a Supply Chain SYSPRO Lead position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Data / Business / Analysis / Ai sector looking to advance their careers.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profile• Experience Level: 5 - 10 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Data / Business / Analysis / Ai • Location Preference: in Gauteng
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSThe Supply Chain SYSPRO Lead position is an important role within the Data / Business / Analysis / Ai sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSWith 5-10 years in Data / Business / Analysis / Ai, you're positioned for senior roles. This opportunity allows you to mentor others and drive strategic initiatives.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this Supply Chain SYSPRO Lead position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 5 - 10 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Data / Business / Analysis / Ai field • Any certifications or specialized training
🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Data / Business / Analysis / Ai sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
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Our client is seeking an experienced Supply Chain SYSPRO Lead to lead the implementation, testing, and stabilisation of supply chain processes within a SYSPRO ERP environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on supply chain professional with strong ERP implementation experience to drive business process transformation across warehousing, inventory management, barcode scanning, traceability, manufacturing, and distribution. Working closely with project teams, implementation partners, and operational stakeholders, you will play a critical role in ensuring a successful ERP deployment while improving operational efficiency and user adoption.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead the design, documentation, and implementation of end-to-end supply chain processes aligned to the SYSPRO ERP environment. Drive process standardisation across receiving, inventory management, warehousing, production material movements, finished goods handling, dispatch, and customer delivery. Review and optimise warehouse operations, including bin structures, stock movements, inventory visibility, cycle counting, stock reconciliation, and replenishment processes. Lead the implementation of barcode scanning and mobile warehouse solutions across receiving, production, warehousing, dispatch, and logistics operations. Work closely with implementation partners to ensure SYSPRO is configured to meet business and operational requirements. Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT), process validation, data verification, cutover planning, and go-live readiness activities. Support change management initiatives, including end-user training, super-user development, process documentation, SOPs, and work instructions. Develop operational dashboards and monitor key supply chain performance indicators. Identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy, warehouse efficiency, traceability, customer service levels, and overall supply chain performance. Provide post go-live support, stabilisation, and knowledge transfer to operational teams.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Information Systems, or a related field. 5–10 years' experience within Supply Chain, Warehousing, or Logistics. Minimum 3 years' experience participating in ERP implementation projects. Experience with barcode scanning solutions and inventory control systems. Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management, and supply chain best practices.
Highly Advantageous
SYSPRO ERP implementation experience. SYSPRO Certification. Project Management qualification. Lean or Continuous Improvement certification. Experience within FMCG, Food, Beverage, or Manufacturing environments. Experience with mobile warehouse technologies. Experience implementing traceability and compliance-driven supply chain processes. Business process redesign and change management experience.
Key Competencies
Supply Chain Process Management ERP Implementation Leadership Warehouse & Inventory Management Stakeholder Management Change Management Business Process Improvement Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills Project Delivery & Execution Cross-functional Collaboration Strong Communication & Facilitation Skills We're Looking For Someone Who Is A hands-on implementation leader with strong operational supply chain expertise. Passionate about process improvement and digital transformation. Able to translate business requirements into practical, technology-enabled solutions. Comfortable working across multiple business functions and engaging with diverse stakeholders. Results-driven with a strong focus on successful project delivery and operational excellence. Proactive, organised, and capable of driving user adoption throughout ERP implementation projects.
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