Job Description

Key responsibilities
Forecasting and planning:
Develop and implement strategies for demand forecasting, supply planning, and inventory management to maintain a balanced flow of goods.
Supplier management:
Manage relationships with suppliers, research fair pricing, and negotiate contracts.
Cost reduction:
Identify areas for cost reduction through process improvement, new routes, or better supplier agreements.
Performance monitoring:
Track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and report on supply chain performance to management.
Collaboration:
Work with various departments, such as logistics, procurement, and production, to ensure smooth operations.
Process improvement:
Help implement new tools and processes to streamline operations and provide recommendations for strategic decision-making.
Risk mitigation:
Monitor the supply chain for potential disruptions and develop plans to mitigate them.
Data analysis:
Collect, analyze, and interpret supply chain data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
Skills and qualifications
Analytical skills:
Ability to analyze complex data and use advanced analytics tools to model and predict outcomes.
Communication skills:
Clearly present findings and recommendations to management and collaborate effectively with other teams.
Problem-solving:
Identify and resolve issues that arise in the supply chain process.
Technical proficiency:
Experience with supply chain management software like SAP is often required.
Business acumen:
Understand how supply chain operations integrate with overall business objectives.

Skills Required