Supply Chain Officer at easyHATCH: (Deadline 20 September 2024)

Supply Chain Officer at easyHATCH: (Deadline 20 September 2024)

JOB OVERVIEW

easyHATCH Ltd is offering a prime role for energetic, dynamic person to join our team based in Musanze District. The successful candidate will need to approach their job with zeal, integrity and utmost honesty.

A Supply Chain Officer is a professional who is in charge of every stage of an organization’s supply chain, from purchasing raw materials to production. Supply chain managers develop and monitor a company’s supply chain strategy. You must ensure that the product comes at just the right time and coordinate storage for it, so nothing goes missing or gets damaged along this complex process. Your goal is to improve productivity and efficiency and reduce costs while securing high quality material for the company. You keep track of logistics and update the company’s inventory and analyze operational performance and resolve issues. You also collaborate with vendors and suppliers to ensure all operations (e.g. shipping, delivery) meet quality and safety standards.

We are looking for an experienced supply chain officer to  ensure our supply chain and logistics operations function properly. You must have a strong background in supply chain management to join our team. The ideal candidate will have comprehensive knowledge of procurement principles, excellent interpersonal skills, and a proven track record of effectively managing inventory.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with other departments, such as Operations and Finance, to create effective business plans, so teamwork skills are important. You should also have experience in project management, as well as great leadership and communication ability.

You need to be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create the company’s supply chain strategy
• Analyze data from shipping and delivering processes to find bottlenecks and other issues
• Monitor logistics to make sure they run smoothly
• Maintain supply chain inventory and records
• Find cost-effective solutions for supply chain processes
• Resolve issues that come up (e.g. delays in delivery, accidents)
• Collaborate with other departments to create coordinated plans for business growth
• Develop and implement safety guidelines in all aspects of the supply chain (e.g. use of trucks, forklifts)
• Ensure supply chain processes meet legal requirements and standards
• Communicate and negotiate with suppliers and vendors to land more profitable deals
• Oversee and manage inventory and supply chain management according to company guidelines.
• Develop and implement strategies for procuring, storing, and distributing goods and maintaining stock levels.
• Maintain accurate records (e.g., contracts, purchase orders, requisitions).
• Identify and source potential vendors and suppliers.
• Maintain supplier relationships and manage supplier performance.
• Review and compare supplier price proposals.
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
• Collaborate with key persons to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations of the company

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
• Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations.
• 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

All applications to be sent to: careers@easyhatch.rw