Supply Chain Specialist

About the Job:
Supply Chain Specialist

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the best possible price, delivery, and quality are obtained for the company through effective purchasing.
• Ensure POs are placed in a timely manner to achieve the required deadlines.
• Obtain quotes from different suppliers and determine the most appropriate suppliers to purchase from, seeking to negotiate discounts where possible.
• Determine the most cost-effective quantities to purchase items in, purchasing in bulk where appropriate to secure any relevant volume discounts and avoid excessive shipping charges.
• Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality and on-time delivery and liaise with supplier to address any issues noted.
• Develop relationships with key suppliers.
• Liaise with staff responsible for production and materials control, to ensure they are aware of upcoming goods deliveries.
• Liaise with Department managers regularly to understand and help them meet customer needs.
• Explore and develop the purchasing functionality in Rentalman and ensure it is being used to maximum effect (e.g. implementation of PO clauses etc.)
• Obtain quotes and select relevant transportation options (air/sea/road) as appropriate.
• Prepare a compliant import and export documentation for all incoming and outgoing shipments & full awareness about SABER & other custom regulations
• Maintain accurate records of all imports and exports.
• Undertake other related duties as required.
• Manage time sensitive demands (such as expedited orders) with calm, structured problem solving.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in procurement & logistics.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or business administration or relevant field is preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Knowledge and experience of local regulations related to Supply Chain.