The Supply chain officer will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining proper inventory levels to meet customer demand while minimizing carrying costs. Conduct regular stock reconciliations, analyze inventory data, and generate reports to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the procurement process by identifying reliable suppliers, obtaining quotations, and preparing purchase orders. Collaborate with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods and services, resolve issues, and maintain good relationships.
Process purchase orders, sales orders, and other relevant documents accurately and promptly. Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
Coordinate transportation and logistics activities, including arranging shipments, managing delivery schedules, and tracking shipments to ensure on-time delivery. Communicate with logistics providers and internal stakeholders to resolve any issues that may arise during the transportation process.
Take responsibility for delivering goods to customers as needed, ensuring accurate and timely delivery. Coordinate with shipping and customs authorities to ensure smooth clearance of international shipments and compliance with import/export regulations.
Managing warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, and dispatching goods. Ensure proper handling, organization, and inventory labeling to optimize space utilization and facilitate efficient retrieval.
Regularly perform stock counts, cycle counts, and physical inventory checks to maintain accurate stock records. Identify and investigate any discrepancies, taking appropriate actions to reconcile inventory levels.
Collect and analyze supply chain data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for process improvement. Generate reports and provide insights to enhance supply chain performance, optimize inventory levels, and streamline operations.
Monitor and evaluate supplier performance based on predefined metrics such as quality, on-time delivery, and responsiveness. Collaborate with suppliers to address any performance issues and implement corrective actions.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation related to purchase orders, contracts, invoices, shipping documents, and other supply chain records. Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and contribute to developing standardized processes and procedures.
Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and operational efficiency within the supply chain. Participate in cross-functional improvement initiatives and provide suggestions for enhancing supply chain effectiveness.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication and coordination across departments. Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders to align supply chain activities with business objectives.