Johannesburg: Junior Supply Chain Coordinator posted by Jelocorp

April 19, 2026 Jobs in Central Johannesburg

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Junior Supply Chain Coordinator to support day-to-day supply chain activities in a fast-paced electronics assembly environment. This role is responsible for coordinating purchase orders, supplier communication, inventory management, and internal coordination with production and warehouse teams to ensure material availability and smooth deliveries.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate and administer purchase orders (POs): capture, issue, track, and maintain documentation.
Follow up with suppliers on lead times, delivery schedules, order confirmations, and required documents.
Liaise with production and warehouse teams to support material readiness for assembly plans.
Assist with inventory control: stock tracking, reconciliations, cycle counts, and stock take preparation.
Maintain accurate records on ERP systems and Excel (open orders, GRVs, stock movements, supplier master data).
Coordinate logistics and deliveries: courier bookings, collections, delivery schedules, and delivery note control.
Support receiving processes by verifying quantities and documentation; escalate discrepancies and shortages.
Prepare basic reports such as open PO reports, stock status updates, and supplier delivery performance.
Provide general supply chain coordination and administrative support as required.

Requirements

Diploma or Certificate in Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, or related field (preferred).
13 years of experience in supply chain/procurement/inventory coordination support (manufacturing experience is a strong advantage).
Strong Excel skills; ERP exposure beneficial (e.g., SAP, Sage, Syspro, Dynamics, Oracle).
Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
High attention to detail, organized, and able to work under pressure.

Qualifications

No formal education or certifications are required for this role.

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