Supply Chain Executive

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

·       Plan and prepare production schedules for manufacturing factories.

·       Ensure timely and accurate submission of Purchase Orders.

·       Act as a liaison between Manufacturing factories and Customers, relaying information regarding production delays, cancellations, etc.

·       Manage Purchase Orders by promoting and reviewing policies, standard operating procedures, and work instructions for outbound operations.

·       Oversee all inbound shipments, including Purchase Order creation, loading and shipping, shipment monitoring, and Certificate of Origin (COO) applications while monitoring dock-to-stock lead times.

·       Validate all customer purchase orders, ensuring that orders are accurate in terms of item, colour, size, and that Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) requirements are met. Highlight any discrepancies observed.

·       Measure, monitor, and drive Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) and third-party logistics (3PL) against established key performance indicators (KPIs).

·       Set goals and target in align with departmental goals, and ensuring they are met.

·       Update and distribute the Order Tracking (OTL) weekly report.

·       Coordinate with forwarders and factories regarding the transportation of merchandise.

·       Initiate and execute a Demand Planning / Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) program.

·       Assist in transport management for international freight, including sourcing, identifying, and making recommendations.

·       Ensure that procurement activities comply with company policies, budget requirements, and applicable regulations.

·       Prepare procurement reports, conduct spend analysis and create supplier performance reports for management review.

·       Perform any other duties assigned by management as needed.

Skills & Personality Required:

·       Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.

·       Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, and order management, preferably in a retail environment.

·       Strong knowledge of purchasing practices, vendor sourcing, and negotiation techniques.

·       Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus.

·       Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

·       Strong planning, organizational, and time management capabilities.

·       Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

·       Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

·       High level of integrity, attention to detail, and a commitment to achieving procurement objectives.