Head of Supply chain

Head of Supply Chain , report to Site Head.ResponsibilitiesStrategic

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies to optimize efficiency and cost savings.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, partners and customers to ensure a robust and diversified supply chain network.
• Identify and assess potential risks within the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies to ensure uninterrupted operations.

Operational

• Monitor and control inventory levels to meet production requirements while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Implement robust inventory tracking systems and regular cycle counts.
• Support SCM Head in implementing effective inventory control measures.
• Aid in monitoring and controlling inventory levels as per SCM Head's directives.
• Support SCM Head in maintaining long-term relationships with suppliers; assist in contract negotiation with suppliers for securing favourable terms.
• Coordinate with logistics partners to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of materials and finished products.
• Optimize transportation and distribution processes to minimize lead times.
• Ensure that all supply chain activities comply with relevant regulations and quality standards.
• Coordinate transportation and logistics activities to guarantee timely delivery of products, optimizing routes and minimizing transportation costs.
• Manage day-to-day warehouse activities, including inventory control, order fulfilment, and distribution, to meet production and customer demands.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to implement and maintain quality management systems.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement within the supply chain and implement practices.
• Assist the SCM Lead in establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) for the site to measure supply chain performance, contributing to the implementation of corrective actions.
• Analyse key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement initiatives.