Job Summary: In this role, you'll be responsible for developing and overseeing purchasing, storage, and distribution strategies.
You'll maintain optimal stock levels, negotiate contracts with suppliers, and monitor inventory systems.
Additionally, you'll ensure timely re-ordering, liaise with departments and customers, track supply movements, and manage staff performance to meet customer needs.
Key Responsibilities: * Develop and implement supply chain strategies to improve performance and reduce costs.
* Oversee the purchasing and inventory of goods based on company requirements.
* Manage relationships with key suppliers to maintain the quality of goods, timely delivery, and compliance with terms of contracts.
* Coordinate the storage and distribution of goods to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations.
* Monitor and analyse supply chain performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
* Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards in procurement and distribution processes.
* Collaborate with various departments, including marketing, IT, and customer service, to align supply chain activities with organisational goals.
Qualifications: * Minimum of 2 years of experience in a supply and distribution-related role * Strong knowledge of supply chain management principles, practices, and tools.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Skills and Competencies: * Strategic decision-making in supply and distribution matters.
* Directing staff activity and monitoring performance and development.