Supply Chain Lead at Triumph Power and Gas Systems Limited

Position Summary

• Responsible for purchasing of materials, demand planning, and the overall supply chain management.
• Implementation of supply chain strategies, develop and implement methods and processes for efficient supply chains, establishing priorities, and supervising personnel.
• Direct all activities and ensure that all business commitments are met regarding cost & quality control, timely delivery, customer satisfaction and revenue growth.

Essential Job Functions

• Ensure that products are sourced locally or globally, and supplies are of high quality, fit for purpose per customer's request and desired end user specifications.
• Ensure that every RFQ/Bid assigned turns into a purchase order from point of bid submission to purchase order issuance from the customer.
• Follow up on purchase order (PO) status, keeping the head of unit and respective project managers abreast of estimated time of delivery and/or any changes that may affect or modify the pre-determined delivery conditions.
• Processing of RFQs once received from customers – source materials, obtain freight cost and prepare quotes for review of line manger
• Follow up with customers twice weekly on offered quotes for possible PO.
• Business Development - follow up with old customers and sourcing of new customer to meet planned out monthly sales target per customer accounts assigned to you by your line manager.
• Receive check items from suppliers and prepare items for delivery to customer location per contract terms.
• Compare product deliveries with issued purchase orders and contact vendors when there are discrepancies.
• Maintain strong working relationships with our customers for feedback on items supplied and for more business opportunities on a weekly basis (twice weekly)
• Negotiate the best deal for pricing and supply contracts when assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your line manager.

Requirements
Education:

• Candidates should possess First Degrees in Supply Management or a related discipline
• Masters in business or supply management or related discipline.
• 5+ years relevant work experience.

Knowledge:

• Procurement and Supply Chain Management
• Distribution and Logistics Management
• Quality Management System
• Project Management
• Contract and Purchase Procedures and Guidelines
• Accounting and Finance
• Inventory Management
• Supplier Liaison and Communication
• Skills / Physical Competencies:
• Good team player
• Good Communication skills
• Negotiation skills
• Leadership Skills
• Management skill
• Interpersonal skills
• Relationship Management
• Good time-management skills.