Twinings is an English marketer of tea, based in Andover, Hampshire. The brand is owned by Associated British Foods. It holds the world's oldest continually-used company logo, and is London's longest-standing rate-payer, having occupied the same premises on the Strand since 1706.
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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
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