MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE
Plan, direct, and monitor all supply and logistics activities to ensure a cost-effective flow of merchandise from suppliers to customers.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
•Manage day-to-day supply and logistics activities to maximize the efficiency, reliability, timeliness, and cost effectiveness of the organization's Supply Chain.
•Activities may include: materials planning and control, procurement, inventory management, storage, warehousing, logistics, transport and distribution.
•Develop and implement schedules and procedures.
•Allocate resources to meet targets in areas such as transit and delivery times; inventory levels; purchasing, warehousing, and storage costs; and service standards.
•Liaise with functional and operational area managers (e.g., in customer service, sales and production planning) to ensure supply activities are integrated with other parts of the business.
•Select and manage ongoing relationships with major suppliers, vendors, or sub-contractors to minimize costs and ensure satisfactory standards of service.
•Lead, direct, evaluate, and develop staff to ensure resources are used effectively and work schedules and targets are met.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Associates Degree (± 13 years)
Experience/Background
Minimum 7 years