This role involves managing, analyzing, and optimizing various data of the supply chain to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and smooth operations.
Core Responsibilities
Create processes and methods to gather supply chain data
Analyze data to identify problematic areas and suggest improvements
Plan and implement supply chain optimization projects (e.g. warehouse-slotting, route planning)
Develop requirements and standards (e.g. packaging, procurement, and delivery)
Oversee inventory recording
Discover the most cost-effective shipping modes and schedules
Evaluate vendor operations (e.g. freight forwarders) according to quality standards
Help foster trusting relationships with business partners
Collaborate with IT professionals to implement effective systems
Track KPIs and report on supply chains.
Required Experience / Qualifications / Skills
First Degree in Social Sciences or related discipline
Right exposure to supply chain management, logistics, and operations management
Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and derive actionable insights using tools like Excel, statistical software, or specialized supply chain management software.
Capability to solve complex problems within the supply chain by applying critical thinking and analytical methods.
Understanding of supply chain technologies, data modeling, forecasting, and inventory management systems.
Effective communication is crucial for collaborating with various stakeholders within the supply chain, including vendors, manufacturers, and distributors.
Experience in data mining, analysis, and reporting.
