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  Define, Develop and manage both systems and physical Inventory Control, Planning, Shipment and Distribution of Equipment, Parts, Supplies and other products and/or materials demanded by the Group of Companies complying with importation and exportation rules and regulations (local and international).
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  Create integrated processes among Operating Companies for Purchasing, Logistics, and outside suppliers to execute the planning/replenishment process.
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  Lead re-engineering efforts as it relates to supply chain planning and execution of systems integration.
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  Effectively automate and implement the tools needed and implement planning, forecasting, distribution, shipping policies and procedures.
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  Manage and supervise staff tasked with creating material requirement plans and/or forecasts/distribution, shipping; establish key performance metrics and benchmarks relating to supply chain planning / forecasting/distribution/shipping.
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  Measure actual timely performance metrics against defined goals and present results to senior management.
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  Training of warehouse staff as needed.
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  Keep abreast of new logistics developments and implementation of planning and forecasting through systems automation.
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  Monitor and evaluate the performance and progress of warehouse staff locally and regionally.
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  Liaise closely with office staff to co-ordinate the arrival of products on site.
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  Liaise closely with Sales and Service to co-ordinate the ordering of products.
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  Motivate, organise and encourage teamwork to ensure set productivity targets are met.
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  Effectively communicate with all stakeholders (customers, staff, suppliers, directors etc.).
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  Coordinate the use of automated and computerized systems.
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  Plan future capacity requirements.
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  Implement and maintain procedures to ensure a high level of security at the warehouses (Locally & Regionally).
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  Monitor and manage Inventory levels by maintaining adequate stock levels to avoid 'stock outs' and emergency orders, while mitigating the risks of inventory write-offs due to aging.
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  Track and manages inventory age to avoid obsolescence.
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  Scrap analysis for Parts, Supplies and Equipment inventory, coordinate with sales department to deplete no commercialize items as well.
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  Company Reserve calculations and actions to take to deplete obsolete inventory,
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  Coordinate with sales department to sell all obsolete equipment inventory.
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  Responsible for inventory investment, holding cost and operational cost.
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  Report periodically to shareholders.
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  Claims management.
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  Track vendor discount requests and approvals.
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  DIF (Duties Insurance Freight) management.
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  Preparation of required month end reports and month end closure.
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  Solicit feedback from customers on the quality of service provided and take appropriate actions to improve service level.
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  Build positive relations with customers.
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  Coordinate and participate in quarterly stock counts as required.
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  Manage liaison with the customs department and their site staff.
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  Maintenance of the internal and external areas of the warehouse and for effective warehouse space utilization and management.

Requirements

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  A first-degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Management or a related discipline or equivalent experience.
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  Experience and forma; training in managing people and inventory control
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  Experience in warehousing of stock.
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  Demonstrated computer skills including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access and Quick Books.
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  Minimum two years working in a management role of staff locally and regionally simultaneously.
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  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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  Strong decision-making skills
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  Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
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  Excellent planning, organising and time management skills
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  Ability to coordinate, delegate, motivate and mentor
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  Negotiation, conflict resolution and team building skills