ideaForge - Supply Chain Manager

Job Summary

• Procurement and Vendor Management: Oversee all procurement activities, including supplier selection, negotiation of contracts, and ongoing relationship management to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of materials and services.
• Logistics and Distribution: Manage the logistics and distribution network, including transportation, warehousing, and order fulfillment, to ensure efficient and timely delivery of products to customers and partners.
• Inventory Management: Develop and implement inventory management processes and systems to optimize inventory levels, minimize holding costs, and ensure the availability of materials to support production and customer demand.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant industry regulations and standards, including export controls, customs regulations, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including supplier risks, geopolitical risks, and regulatory risks, through effective risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Performance Monitoring: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to monitor and evaluate supply chain performance, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, including engineering, operations, finance, and legal teams, to align supply chain activities with business objectives and customer requirements.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records, documentation, and reports related to supply chain processes, compliance activities, and performance metrics.
  

Required Skills

• Proven experience in end-to-end supply chain management, including procurement, logistics, and inventory control.
• Strong expertise in vendor management and contract negotiation.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory compliance relevant to supply chain operations (e.g., export controls, customs).
• Demonstrated ability to optimize supply chain processes and drive operational excellence.
• Experience with supply chain risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Proficiency in establishing and utilizing supply chain KPIs and performance metrics.
• Excellent leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.