Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a B.Sc. in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field, with over 10 years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, inventory management, demand forecasting, vendor management, logistics operations, strategic sourcing, cost optimization, and project management. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and ERP systems is required.
Description
Key Accountabilities:Supply Chain Planning:Develop and manage the overall supply chain plan based on production requirements, sales forecasts, and customer demand.Ensure alignment between Sales, Production, Procurement, Warehouse, and Logistics.Monitor supply and demand to avoid material shortages or excess inventory.Procurement & Supplier Management:Oversee the procurement of raw materials and components required for cable manufacturing.Manage supplier performance, lead times, quality, and cost.Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers.Ensure timely delivery of materials in accordance with production requirements.Inventory ManagementOptimise inventory levels while ensuring uninterrupted production.Establish inventory targets, reorder levels, and safety stock requirements.Monitor slow-moving, obsolete, and excess inventory and develop action plans.Production Material AvailabilityEnsure the availability of all required materials for production according to the manufacturing plan.Coordinate with the Production and Planning teams to resolve material shortages and supply constraints.Minimise production downtime caused by material shortages.Logistics & WarehousingOversee inbound and outbound logistics activities.Ensure efficient warehouse operations, material handling, storage, and inventory accuracy.Optimise transportation costs and delivery lead times.Cost OptimizationIdentify opportunities to reduce procurement, logistics, warehousing, and inventory costs.Support negotiations with suppliers and logistics providers.Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.Performance ManagementDefine and monitor supply chain KPIs such as OTIF, inventory turnover, forecast accuracy, supplier on-time delivery, material availability, and supply chain cost.Analyse performance gaps and implement corrective actions.Cross-Functional CoordinationWork closely with Sales, Production, Quality, Finance, Engineering, and Maintenance to ensure smooth supply chain operations.Participate in S&OP / demand and supply planning processes.Risk Management & Business ContinuityIdentify potential supply chain risks related to suppliers, materials, logistics, and market conditions.Develop alternative sourcing and contingency plans for critical materials.Team LeadershipLead, develop, and evaluate the supply chain team.Establish clear objectives and ensure effective execution of supply chain activities.Qualifications & Education:Education: B.Sc. in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or any related fieldExperience: 10+ years of experienceSkills: Microsoft Office (Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook), ERP, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Inventory Management, Demand Forecasting, Vendor Management, Logistics Operations, Strategic Sourcing, Network Rollout Support, Cost Optimisation, Project Management