Risk Manager SC

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To identify, assess, and mitigate risks across the supply chain operations within a retail distribution centre. The Risk Manager SC ensures compliance with internal controls, regulatory frameworks, and operational standards, while supporting strategic decision-making and safeguarding assets.

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree or diploma in Risk, Safety, OHS, Enigineering or similar
• SAMTRAC / NEBOSH ideally required or strongly preferred
• Exposure to facilities and technical infrastructure
• Experience in a 24/7 FMCG / warehouse environment
• Professional certification (e.g. OHASA, SAMTRAC, NEBOSH) advantageous
• Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in risk management, compliance, or auditing
• Experience in Supply Chain, Logistics
• Strong knowledge of enterprise risk management frameworks
• Understanding of financial controls and governance principles
• Proficiency in MS Office and risk management systems/tools
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Competencies:

• Analytical
• Thinking
• Communication
• Self-motivated
• Business Mindedness

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify operational, safety, security, compliance, and supply chain risks within the distribution centre.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and maintain risk registers.
• Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Management.
• Driving compliance with OHASA, SANS standards, and other relevant regulations.
• Supporting food safety (HACCP).
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety regulations.
• Develop and monitor safety programs, incident prevention measures, and emergency response plans.
• Implement measures to prevent theft, fraud, vandalism, and inventory shrinkage.
• Oversee physical security systems such as access control, CCTV, and alarm systems.
• Ensure adherence to legal requirements, industry standards, company policies, and audit requirements.
• Monitor changes in legislation that may affect distribution centre operations.
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning
• Develop and maintain contingency plans for disruptions such as fires, power outages, cyber incidents, natural disasters, or supply chain interruptions.
• Coordinate recovery efforts to minimize operational downtime.
• Investigate accidents, security breaches, near misses, and operational failures.
• Conduct root-cause analyses and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Design, implement, and monitor controls to reduce identified risks.
• Work closely with operations, warehouse, transport, and IT teams to strengthen risk management practices.
• Conduct risk, safety, and compliance training for employees and contractors.
• Promote a risk-aware culture and communicate risk-related issues to management and stakeholders.
• Overseeing facility maintenance, contractor management, and cost control.
• 24/7 nature of the environment (weekends, after-hours, and on-site visibility).
• Managing incidents, claims, and full end-to-end risk management.
• Leading teams and ensuring appropriate performance management.
• Taking responsibility for overall risk management and facilities oversight at the DC, including compliance, audits, and day-to-day operational risk control.

Closing Date: 5 July 2026

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