Assistant Manager, Operations

1. Procurement Management:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the company’s goals and objectives.
• Manage the entire procurement process from identifying needs, selecting suppliers, and negotiating contracts to placing orders and managing delivery schedules.
• Ensure that all procurement activities comply with company policies, industry standards, and legal requirements.

1. Supplier Relationship Management:

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, cost, delivery, and service.
• Conduct regular reviews and assessments of supplier performance and negotiate improvements where necessary.

1. Contract Negotiation:

• Negotiate terms and conditions of contracts with suppliers to ensure the best value for the company.
• Monitor and manage contract compliance and resolve any issues that arise.

1. Cost Management:

• Identify opportunities for cost savings and value improvement.
• Analyze spend data to identify cost-saving opportunities.

1. Forecasting and Demand Planning:

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for goods and services based on historical data, market trends, and input from various departments.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and production teams to gather information and improve forecast accuracy.
• Utilize forecasting tools and software to generate and update forecasts regularly.

1. Inventory Management:

• Monitor inventory levels and ensure optimal stock levels are maintained to meet demand without overstocking.
• Create new and revised inventory items in the system.
• Coordinate with the warehouse and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Identify and implement strategies to reduce excess inventory and improve inventory turnover.

1. Production Planning:

• Develop production plans that align with demand forecasts and inventory policies.
• Coordinate with production and operations teams to ensure production schedules meet customer demands and minimize lead times.
• Adjust production plans as necessary to respond to changes in demand or supply constraints.

1. Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with various departments, such as production, finance, and sales to understand their procurement and planning needs and provide support.
• Participate in project teams to provide procurement and planning expertise and support.

1. Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare regular reports on procurement activities, planning and forecasting including spend analysis, savings achieved, and vendors’ performance.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records and documentation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in procurement, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead buyer role.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in procurement and forecasting software as well as Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.