Supply Chain Head

Job Description : Global Supply Chain Head Reporting to Head Technical - International Location DMCC Role of the position : The position has accountability for the Supply Chain Management of company operations in Africa units. Role Description The Supply Chain Head will take a leadership role in executing effective and efficient procurement and supply chain services ensuring values and competencies in maintaining transparency. Support in managing the entire process in the planning of procurement and supply chain activities, inventory control: both raw and packing materials as well as finished goods, logistics and distribution, ensuring effectively-functioning processes to avoid costly delays and lost opportunities. Managing supply chain expenses and preparation of utilisation reports for measuring efficiency. Ensure that the procurement team to ensure priority requirements, timely delivery of goods, works and services using the prevailing procurement process of Company. Be responsible for introducing process improvements in the supply chain. Manage and monitor all transactional procurement including comparative price analysis, evaluation, contracting, contract management, legal considerations and payment conditions, contractors, performance evaluation and risk assessment Implement strategic procurement including sourcing strategy, supplier selection and evaluation, quality management, customer relationship management and performance measurement Ensure timely preparation of procurement plans for projects and monitor their implementation. Analysing supply chain data and performance. Develop and manage the rosters of suppliers, elaborate supplier selection and evaluation, quality and performance measurement mechanisms in coordination with HO. Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual procurement plans and progress reports as required Promote a zero-tolerance for violations of procurement policies and procedures. Post Graduate Diploma (specialisation in Supply Chain) An analytical mind Negotiation skills and the ability to develop strong working relationships Commercial and business acumen Good communication skills - both written and verbal A keen eye for detail and desire to probe further into data Ability to stick to time constraints Must have proven ability to be flexible, multi-task and drive key projects in a fast paced, high demand environment Good knowledge of SAP and MS Graduate with more than 15 years of experience in Factory location encompassing procurement, management of stores and shipping operation 8 plus years in FMCG companies Reporting Matrix Reporting Head Technical : International and Executive Director Subordinates: 5 - 7 managers Industry Preference Beverage/Food/FMCG : Manufacturing

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