Operations and Supply Chain Officer at Smart Partners

Job Summary

• This role is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain processes to ensure the efficient and cost-effective movement of goods from suppliers to customers.
• This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills to manage inventory levels, coordinate, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain network.
• This role includes working closely with cross-functional teams including procurement, logistics, production, and sales to align supply chain operations with business objectives.

Responsibilites

• Manage the entire factory and its operations.
• Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with business goals, focusing on cost reduction, efficiency, and service improvement.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and logistics metrics to assess operational efficiency.
• Oversee inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability while minimizing holding costs.
• Implement inventory control processes to reduce waste and obsolescence.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the supply chain team to achieve operational excellence and meet organizational goals.
• Ensure that team members adhere to deadlines and perform their tasks efficiently.
• Minimize factory downtimes to the bare minimum.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes and reduce costs across the supply chain.
• Oversee and manage inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock to meet demand while minimizing excess.
• Ensure that all equipment and machines are fully operational.
• Coordinate with procurement to ensure the prompt supply of necessary factory materials.
• Ensure that all supply chain activities comply with relevant regulations, standards, and company policies.

Education, Qualification and Experience

• HND / BSc and other certifications and training.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., APICS, Six Sigma) is a plus.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in logistics or supply chain management, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory role.
• Working experience in a Furniture, Manufacturing firm or related field.

Skills and Competencies:

• Proficient in MS Excel and experienced with ERP software (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, work under pressure and handle multiple priorities
• Project Management, Organizational and Leadership, team management skill and abilities.
• Experience working in a collaborative team environment.
• A keen eye for aesthetics and details.
• Excellent communication skills, written, interpersonal and verbal skills
• Ability to work methodically and meet deadlines.
• Ability to contribute individually and lead, manage or participate in cross-functional teams.
• Tech enthusiast, Persuasiveness, good decisions
• Ability to create great working relationships with all levels within the company and across multiple disciplines.
• In-depth understanding of logistics, supply chain management, and warehouse operations.
• Familiarity with logistics software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems).
• Awareness of the latest trends and technologies in logistics and supply chain management.
• Proficient in logistics software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to lead and motivate a team to achieve operational goals.
• Capability to develop and implement process improvements.
• The ability to troubleshoot logistics issues.
• Capacity to creategreat working relationships with all levels within the company and across multiple disciplines.