Are you a strategic leader with a passion for supply chain excellence? Join a leading Multinational Beauty Brand with a global presence in the Cosmetics, Skin Care, Perfume, and Personal Care industries. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Supply Chain Director to join our clients team in the East Rand, Johannesburg. This role is a key member of the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) Supply Chain leadership team, based in South Africa, with significant travel to the US and Europe.Key Responsibilities:- Develop and implement strategies to achieve business objectives.- Oversee the East Rand Factory, including management of the Cost of Goods Budget.- Demonstrate strong leadership and human resource management capabilities.- Drive new product development and manage distribution and warehouse operations.- Oversee sales and operations planning to ensure smooth and efficient processes.- Collaborate with key stakeholders, including Risk, Safety, and Environmental Managers.- Apply financial and business acumen to budgeting, forecasting, and risk management.- Lead initiatives that ensure quality, compliance, and customer service excellence.- Deliver effective demand planning and forecasting for short, medium, and long-term objectives.- Lead and develop a customer-focused team across Delivery, Operations, and Manufacturing.- Nurture networks within EMEA, US, and international regions to ensure continuity of supply.- Direct all Manufacturing and Delivery initiatives in South Africa to support EMEA's corporate strategic plan.- Ensure compliance with SOPs, Health & Safety practices, and GMP.- Act as a key strategic partner, influencing strategy, cost management, and change management.Education & Experience:- Degree in Supply Chain Management.- Minimum of 10 years of management experience.- At least 5 years in a senior management role within a unionized environment (manufacturing, packaging, distribution, or turnkey).- Experience with an international company is essential.- ISO certification preferred, especially in the Cosmetics/Skin Care or FMCG industries.