Supply Chain Co-Ordinator

Supply Chain Co-OrdinatorPosition SummaryIndustry: FMCG & Supply Management Cape Town OnlyRemuneration: Market relatedWe are looking for an experienced Supply Chain Co-Ordinator to join our dynamic team in Cape Town. The role involves planning, organizing, and managing Supply Chain & Procurement according to company guidelines and policies, while focusing on contributing to profitability, quality, and continuous improvement. Responsible for the total procurement function to support production requirements as well as the effective control of raw materials.Key Performance Areas:Full Procurement FunctionDemand PlanningDistributor ManagementEnsure solid partnership and end-to-end collaboration with key stakeholders.Inbound Purchasing Including:Responsible for the full procurement function, including management of supplier relationships, supplier negotiations on pricing and terms, and the sourcing of new suppliers.Optimization of raw material and component stock levels to support production and minimize obsolescence.Management of a perpetual inventory system with appropriate controls, stock counts, and variance reporting.Implementation of MRP system with the objective of optimizing stock levels, taking into account supplier lead times and safety stock levels.Planning Including:Preparation of weekly and monthly master schedules for finished goods based on the sales forecast and current stock levels.Preparation of weekly and monthly component level production schedules based on the master schedule and component stock levels.Monitoring and reporting on the production plan vs actual output.Interacts professionally with suppliers on orders, returns, and general queries.People Management:Manage raw material teams at all plants (CPT, MDB, QTN).Minimum Requirements:Grade 12;Qualification in Finance and/or Supply Chain;Experience in a manufacturing environment would be an advantage;3-5 years' experience in a Buying capacity;Strong knowledge of applicable commercial legislation;Strong administrative and numerical skills, including Computer Literacy - MS Office;Strong customer service skills;Financial Acumen;Good verbal and written communication skills;Excellent people skills;Ability to perform under pressure;Ability to evaluate complex quotations;Excellent negotiation skills;Valid driver's license.
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