Responsibilities

• Work with procurement managers and buyers to source the right products
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers and customers
• Control manufacturing and delivery processes
• Plan and implement logistical strategy, ensuring targets are met
• Oversee product storage, handling and distribution
• Use computer software to track goods from origin to delivery
• Work on forecasts and inventories, keeping an accurate record of the process and analysing performance
• Manage the costs involved while maintaining quality
• Ensure you’re aware of exactly what is happening throughout the supply chain
• Manage and motivate a team of supply chain staff
• Improve the overall supply chain performance and look for any possible innovations to the process
• Develop new and existing relationships with suppliers
• Manage and minimise the risks (for example operational or reputational) 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

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree with 4 – 7 years experience.