Supply Chain Manager

A. Policy and Procedure Development & Implementation:

1. Establish and implement effective supply chain management policies, procedures, and best practices.
2. Develop and implement procedures to ensure the timely and budget-conscious procurement of all items.
3. Develop and implement procedures, following best practices for warehouse and inventory management, including regular audits and cycle counts.
4. Monitor and ensure ongoing compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
5. Develop and implement policies for "zero" or "minimum cash transaction" procedures.

B. Procurement Management:

1. Identify and source new suppliers and vendors, conducting thorough evaluations based on price, quality, support, capacity, and reliability.
2. Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors.
3. Establish and update an approved vendor/supplier database.
4. Develop, negotiate, and administer purchasing agreements/ contracts with suppliers and vendors.
5. Review contracts to ensure they align with legal requirements and organizational policies, and oversee supplier/vendor adherence to contract terms.
6. Monitor and oversee the performance of vendors and suppliers in terms of cost, quality, and delivery, ensuring the prompt and effective resolution of related concerns and issues.
7. Manage risks related to quality, cost, delivery, and supply of purchases.
8. Introduce performance improvement measures for suppliers and vendors.
9. Oversee supplier compliance with internal quality standards and external regulations.
10. Monitor and reduce purchase variances to meet profit objectives.
11. Initiate and develop R&D functions within the purchasing department.
12. Drive continuous improvement of purchasing processes aligned with organizational needs and market conditions.
13. Facilitate timely placement of purchase orders, reviewing them for authorization and compliance with organizational policies.

C. Warehouse and Inventory Management

1. Oversee warehouse operations to ensure efficient storage, handling, and distribution of goods.
2. Implement best practices for inventory management to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
3. Supervise warehouse staff, providing leadership, guidance, and training as needed.
4. Continuously improve warehouse processes for increased efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

D. Logistics Management:

1. Coordinate and optimize transportation and distribution activities to meet operational requirements.
2. Negotiate and manage contracts with third-party logistics providers.
3. Monitor the performance of logistics partners and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination between procurement, warehouse, and logistics functions.

E. Other Duties

1. Develop and manage department budgets and forecasts.
2. Produce regular reports on purchase commitments, costs, and delivery performance, inventory status report, etc.
3. Evaluate the performance of staff, provide development opportunities, and motivate the purchasing/supply chain team.
4. Fulfill any additional requirements imposed by the organization to improve functions, processes, and procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

1. Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
2. Master's Degree is an advantage.
3. Minimum 5 years of experience in a Supply Chain or Procurement Manager role (within the Food Products, Food Manufacturing, FMCG, F&B, Hypermarket, or Hospitality industry.)
4. Strong understanding of procurement, warehousing, inventory management, and logistics operations.
5. Proven experience managing food products and supply chain operations.
6. Excellent supplier negotiation and vendor management skills.
7. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
8. Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
9. Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills

1. Experience with demand forecasting and supply planning.
2. Knowledge of food safety standards and quality management systems.
3. Ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving projects.
4. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of Restaurants market trends.