Supply Chain Manager

Responsibilities

• Work with procurement managers and buyers to source the right products.
• Develop logistics planning and material forecast to support plant production and sales demand.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers and customers.
• Control delivery processes
• P lan and implement logistical strategy, ensuring targets are met.
• Oversee product storage, handling and distribution.
• Work on forecasts and inventories, keeping an accurate record of the process and analysing performance.
• Manage the costs involved while maintaining quality.
• Improve the overall supply chain performance and look for any possible innovations to improve the process.
• Develop new and existing relationships with suppliers.
• Manage and minimize the risks that could affect or interrupt the supply chain.
• Consider the environmental impact of the supply chain in order to meet sustainability targets.
• Implement new technologies and stay alert to new trends and developments in the sector.

Requirements:

• Degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years related experience in manufacturing industry preferred.
• Strong proficiency with MS Excel, MS Power Point & MS Word.
• Exceptional leadership skills and possess good management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong planning skills
• A logical and systematic approach to work
• Good time management, with the ability to work under pressure, maintain accuracy and keep to deadlines.
• The ability to solve problems and make decisions, as well as to think strategically and laterally.
• Excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external teams.
• Negotiation and influencing skills.
• Business management and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• The ability to lead and motivate a team.