Supply Chain Manager

Job Description : SCM KENYA Supply Chain Manager In this role, you’ll oversee and manage the company's supply chain and logistics strategy and operations from factories to distributors/consumers to maximize the process’s efficiency and productivity. The Supply Chain Manager will be crucial in developing and maintaining good relationships with suppliers and distributors and managing order and demand planning. Next, the supply chain manager will create a good understanding of pan-African customs and procedures, set up SOP, and train peers to follow procedures with operational excellence. Additional responsibilities will include handling operational Start-up, distribution, warehousing, inventory management, procurement, sales order processing, fleet management, clearing, and forwarding. The Supply Chain Manager reports to the COO and has a functional reporting line to the Engineering & Quality Director. Your responsibilities: Coordinate shipments from India / China Manage export requirements (PVOC) by country for China manufacturers. Source & Manage freight forwarders in China where required. SOP Management Checklist and templates Reconciliation of inventory with Finance Inventory Module development CRM and train staff for implementation Reporting on the cost of import and shipments Manage Logistics end-to-end in West Africa Manage Logistics in East Africa with East Africa Logistics Manager Liaise with Partner supply chain teams to coordinate easier imports Work with warehousing/logistics partners in West Africa to get the best rates and reliable services Develop a plan for reverse logistics partners and entity countries Budget for shipments using and updating landed costs. Plan and implement the supply chain strategy Determine key supply chain KPIs. Evaluate and report on KPIs With your direct reports, maintain supply chain inventory and records, provide management reports, and set up a traceability system for fridge spare parts. Setting up an inventory planning and control process mechanism Analyse data from shipping and delivering processes to identify bottlenecks and related issues Suggest solutions for process improvements, reducing cost, and increasing efficiency Train, guide, and evaluate employees in the Supply Chain Department Communicate and negotiate with suppliers and vendors to land more profitable deals Issue management and resolution (e.g., delays in delivery, accidents) Develop and implement safety guidelines in all aspects of the supply chain (e.g., use of trucks and forklifts) Ensure supply chain processes meet legal requirements and standards What are they looking for: Minimum ten years experience in Supply chain Management (Imports and Local), Materials Management / Logistics, Planning, Special Knowledge, and Exposure to Materials Management. Experience in Start-Ups of the in-bound and out-bound operations within Africa Experience of outbound shipping from China Experience overseeing logistics in West Africa Excellent knowledge of supply chain processes Working experience with relevant software (Odoo, Accounting software, Excel) Experience in Setting up Warehousing and Procurement Operations. Experience in Setting up inventory planning and control process mechanisms. Experience in Setting up both Local and Export distribution Experience in planning and implementing the overall supply chain strategy Excellent organizational and project management skills French speaker Strong communication skills and creative problem-solving A good negotiator able to balance the company’s interests while getting the best prices from the vendors

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