Head of Supply Chain, Inventory Management & Logistics at Vivo Activewear

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of Kenya's fastest growing fashion brands.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Developing & Implementing systems, processes and procedures relating to procurement and supply chain operations.
• Overseeing the forecasting of all buying & procurement needs and creation of work order purchases in ERP system.
• Managing local and international sourcing & procurement, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of goods (including customs clearance), monitoring outstanding orders and goods in transit.
• Managing inventory & warehousing processes, including design & management of physical lay-out; stock receipt, barcoding & SKU creation; management of warehouse staff; stock-taking & investigating stock-level discrepancies; monitoring of stock movement, including transfers to and from stores; management of reorders, replenishment; dead stock disposal; quality control.
• Liaising with other department heads (production, design, sales, marketing) on all supply chain issues relevant to their KPIs.
• Developing & implementing policies related to supply chain & inventory management, training relevant staff where necessary.

Qualifications / Required Skills and Personal Attributes

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• 5+ years' experience in jobs with relevant experience
• Knowledge of and experience working with ERP systems
• Demonstrated experience managing and training staff
• Strong organizational, critical thinking and communications skills
• Attention to detail and good judgement
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Integrity
• Team player
• Leadership