Head of Supply Chain at Twining

• The Head of Supply Chain will directs all the activities of demand & production planning and control.
• They will also be responsible for material/logistics flow management including material procurement orders; warehousing and distributing of raw materials, goods-in-process, and finished goods. 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the supply/demand to align with company’s objectives. 
• Develops and monitors the implementation of all policies and practices with regard to demand & production planning and control.
• Reviews material controlling reports, communicates with production and Sales and Procurement , and makes recommendations to Site General Management on the improvement of material stocking. 
• Responsible for overall aspects of import/export activities including customer service, billing, cargo tracking, customs clearance, inland transportation, and overseas communication.
• Develops and maintains both domestic and overseas customer relationship;  
• Maintains relationship with the customs officials.
• Responsible for warehousing and distributing of raw materials, goods-in-process and finished goods while controlling and scheduling the material flow.
• Manages and controls logistics/distribution budget.
• Eliminates the inefficiencies and integrates the activities in the logistics and distribution systems.
• Monitor supplier performance to assess ability to meet quality and delivery requirements.
• Design or implement plant warehousing strategies for production materials and finished products.
• Analyse inventories to determine how to increase inventory turns, reduce waste.
• Review performance of contractual agreements if necessary with respective function staff like NPD, QA, LOG, Procurement and Finance
• Role models HSE excellence
• HSE KPI tracking & compliance – zero tolerance 
• Manages and trains a high performing supply chain team.
• Thrive plan & clear objectives for every team member 
• Drives cross-skilling and development plans for every team member
• Great team engagement & place to work

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Minimum of 10 years experience in Supply Chain, and at least 3 years managerial experience
• A recognized College or Bachelor degree in Business Administration, International trade, or equivalent combination education. 
• Familiar with Food Manufacturing, Production & Material Planning, Import & Export, Warehouse management and Sales Distribution process. 
• Be able to establish clear forward – looking directions and priorities and delivers.
• As a team player, communicate in open, complete, timely and consistent manner.
• Demonstrate capability of working cross-functionally and cross-nationality.
• Controls implementation of agreed-upon actions
• Proficient in speaking, writing English and ability to communicate with people at all levels. 
• Strong communication & interpersonal skilling to work with Ovo Africa Supply department heads & associates, as well as related government officials 
• Strong business acumen  
• Data driven, rigorous 
• Self- motivated and good team player 

Benefits

• Yearly bonus based on personal contribution and financial performance 
• Long Service Retention plan 
• Annual Fuel allowance 
• Birthday Leave (take your birthday off on us each year!)
• Gym and Spa Membership
• Subsidized lunch
• Option to buy Ovaltine at a discounted price every month
• Vehicle Insurance option
• Local Employee Assistance Programme
• Health & Medical Insurance
• Additional holiday entitlement when you reach 3 years service, and on-going after that
• Monthly team recognition awards
• Regular team events for collaboration and personal growth
• Family Christmas Event
• Professional Association Membership when relevant to role