Supply Chain Manager

A Supply Chain Manager develops and monitors a company’s supply chain strategy. Their goal is to improve productivity and efficiency and reduce costs while securing high quality products/material for their company.

Responsibilities for Supply Chain Manager

• Seek to improve all aspects of the supply chain department by reviewing current methodology and processes
• Work closely with the IT department to create effective databases to manage and organize warehouse inventory
• Train and instruct other members of the Supply Chain team
• Maintain a friendly and professional relationship with vendors while promoting company initiatives and values
• Research and seek out the most cost-efficient shipment procedures and methods
• Organize and oversee inventory by keeping a detailed database of available inventory and expected usage per project
• Research partner companies and seek to negotiate best-price contracts to increase business revenue
• Plan and implement supply chain optimization projects

Requirements and skills

• Previous experience as a supply chain manager or in a similar field
• Excellent knowledge of supply chain processes 
• Working experience of relevant software (e.g. SAP MM)
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Attention to detail
• Creative problem-solving
• A strategic and analytical mind
• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or similar field