Company Profile: Our client is a leading distributor for a beer brand
Job Title: Supply Chain Coordinator
Job Role:
This role is responsible
for implementing new supply chain strategies and developing continuous
process improvement function for logistics supply chain in Kenya, Uganda
and Tanzania
- Designing and implementing supply chain strategies that support business strategies adapted to changing market conditions, new business opportunities, or cost reduction strategies.
- Keeping Managers informed with DRP information i.e. forward orders and following up with expected date of receipt, delivery, and availability; following up once order is received and available for use.
- Warehouse management of multiple locations and inventory in transit.
- Overseeing the Cost of Goods purchased through effective negotiation, purchasing policies and inventory control.
- Managing risks and exposures whilst meeting the key objectives of providing the lowest cost supply chain and improving store service levels
- Responsible for accuracy of all inventory records through accurate posting of all transactions and physical cycle counting.
- Creating, analyzing and maintaining inventory levels within set parameters for min/max quantities, while periodically reviewing to adjust for changes in business and inventory needs.
- Maintaining an accurate listing of primary and secondary vendors and manage and resolve vendor issues such as wrong pricing, order errors, or quality issues.
- Delivering key financial targets and supply chain KPI improvements.
- Ensuring store operations are provided with the appropriate customer service personnel, resources and processes to allow them to focus on store activities rather than supply chain issues.
Requirements:
- 3 years successful experience in inventory management, logistics, procurement, or other supply chain functions
- Familiarity and ideally certification in project management, process improvement, Lean, Six Sigma.
- Able to demonstrate past success in achieving cost reductions, decreased cycle times, and enhanced customer satisfaction.
- Proven success in managing detailed, daily reporting.
- Ability to maintain and analyze financial/accounting data.
- Previous experience with Supply Chain Management Software.
- Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and negotiate pricing and other terms.
- Organized and detail oriented, self-motivated.
Skills Required:
- Degree level education
- Strong communication & interpersonal skills
- Remote relationship management
- Experience of leading major change
- Strong analytical skills
- Strategic vision & practical application
- Confident articulate & able to influence
- Senior level Supply Chain, Purchasing & Manufacturing experience
- Record of operational & profit delivery
- Strong project & program management skills
All interested candidates should send their applications to mycv@myjobseye.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted