Supply Chain Manager- Retail Industry Experience

Job Brief

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the companys overall supply chain and logistics strategies and operations to maximize process efficiency and addition developing and maintaining good relationships with suppliers and customers.

Job Description

Coordinates plans and manages delivery of the products to the customers in cooperation with the Store and Warehouse Managers strictly in accordance with the company policies.

Ensures high level of customer satisfaction through the performance of the Logistics and After Sales departments.

Coordinates and manages transfers between the warehouses.

Manages company Trucks fleet ensures: the choice of the best routes to reach the customer lowest expenditure; best service is provided.

Collaborates with other departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain resources needed to establish and provide an effective supply chain.

Establishes performance metrics for measurement comparison or evaluation of factors affecting the Supply chain & Logistics .

Identifying process bottlenecks in the Department operations and coming up with solutions to improve the overall effectiveness of the operation process.

Develops coordinates and maintains detailed inventories of the Goods in the warehouses and in the store.

Maintains and ensures required quantity of the Goods to optimize operations of the company.

Analyzes current inventories and procedures; suggests improvements to increase efficiency of the department and profitability for the company.

Develops policies to increase efficiency throughout the Supply chain & Logistics while ensuring quality and safety; implements subsequent changes to processes.

Identifies optimal shipment and transportation routes with attention to consolidation of warehousing and distribution.

Assesses the need for material-handling equipment and staffing; makes recommendations to ensure efficient loading unloading movement and storage of materials.

Monitors the performance of suppliers assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements; identifies and qualifies new suppliers in collaboration with other departments.

Coordinates the operation of company Warehouses and Distribution centers.

Manage competency and skills as well as motivating logistics warehouse distribution center personnel including training and knowledge development.

Manage stocks of the Store warehouses and Logistics center.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION BACKGROUND

Bachelors degree in supply chain management Logistics Procurement Business Administration Operations Management or a related field.

A Masters degree (MBA or MSc in Supply Chain/Logistics) is an added advantage.

Professional certification such as CILT (Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport) CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) or CLTD (Certified in Logistics Transportation and Distribution) is an advantage.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of supply chain logistics warehousing inventory and distribution management.

Excellent planning forecasting and demand management skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven approach.

Proven leadership and people management skills with the ability to lead and develop teams.

Excellent negotiation and vendor/supplier relationship management skills.

Strong understanding of procurement and inventory control principles.

Experience in transport and fleet management.

Excellent communication presentation and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.

Strong organizational and project management skills.

High level of integrity accountability and attention to detail.

Experience managing inbound and outbound logistics across multiple locations.