Supply Chain Administrator

As our new Supply Chain Administrator, you’ll gain hands-on experience across our end-to-end supply chain while developing the knowledge and skills needed for a successful career in supply chain. Through rotations across key functions, you'll support business operations, contribute to excellent customer service, and help ensure the smooth flow of materials and products.

You'll play a key role in supporting teams across Customer Service, Procurement, Logistics, Inventory Management and Planning, working closely with experienced colleagues to understand how each function contributes to the wider business. This is an opportunity to build practical experience in a chemical manufacturing environment, help drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement, and make a real impact while developing your career.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the end-to-end supply chain by processing customer orders and ensuring excellent service throughout the order fulfilment process.
• Assist with procurement activities, including raising purchase orders, liaising with suppliers and maintaining accurate records.
• Coordinate logistics and inventory activities to help ensure products are delivered on time and stock levels remain accurate.
• Contribute to supply chain planning, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives by analysing data and identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency.
• Work collaboratively across Supply Chain while maintaining high standards of health, safety, quality and compliance within a chemical manufacturing environment.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in a Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement or Business Management role.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to interpret data and produce reports.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with a collaborative, customer-focused approach.
• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Why join us?

• At Scott Bader, we’re proud to be an employee-owned business where our colleagues share in our success and help shape the future of the company.
• Alongside a competitive salary and bonus scheme, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development and work-life balance, including:
• 20 days annual leave
• Medical aid, with Scott Bader contributing the first R2,695 and 50% of the remaining premium
• Non-contributory Provident Fund, with company contributions of 12% towards your retirement and 4.5% towards insured benefits
• Life, disability, funeral, education and dread disease cover
• Profit share and bonus schemes
• Paid volunteering days and charity match funding
• Learning and development opportunities

We also offer a collaborative and inclusive working environment where innovation, sustainability and community are at the heart of what we do.

About Scott Bader

Scott Bader is a global manufacturer of advanced composites, structural adhesives and functional polymers. Established in 1921, we combine over 100 years of expertise with a passion for innovation, quality and sustainability, supporting customers across a wide range of industries worldwide.

Today, more than 600 colleagues work across our global network of manufacturing sites, offices and technical centres, collaborating to deliver innovative solutions and outstanding customer support.

What makes Scott Bader different is our employee ownership model. Since 1951, our colleagues have shared in the responsibility and success of the business, helping shape a company that balances commercial success with a strong sense of purpose, community and long-term thinking.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Scott Bader, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected, valued and able to be themselves. We welcome different perspectives, experiences and ways of thinking, recognising that diversity drives innovation, collaboration and better outcomes for our colleagues, customers and communities.