As a result of the implementation of a new Business Model geared towards enhancing organizational service delivery, our client would like to fill the following position:Supply Chain Planner
(1 Position)
Ref. HR/SCP/2015
Purpose Statement:
Reporting to the Supply Chain Officer, the Supply Chain Planner will be responsible for planning and tracking of Supply Chain activities; development of commodity supply chain plans (demand, inventory, distribution and supply plans) that align the operational units’ work schedules in a coordinated approach to achieve operational and organizational objectives.
Key Accountabilities The position holder will have the following accountabilities:
Analyse unit commodity volume from customer orders to prepare historical records for forecasting purposes
Work closely with Customer Service team members to validate abnormalities in customer demand history
Develop commodity level operational, Category/Grouping and Strategic forecasts
Measure forecast accuracy levels to identify areas for improvement
Facilitate forecast discussions in planning meetings for the assigned categories/groups
Work with stakeholders to understand changes in the business climate that would impact forecasted volume
Incorporate human intelligence into the commodity forecasts
Analyse the Stocks Status report to identify and correct out-of-stock and expiry situations
Work closely with Warehouse Receiving and Procurement to coordinate inbound receipts on a timely and needed basis
Track commodity fill rate performance to maximize customer service levels
Provide inventory analysis to determine minimum stocking levels based on demand and lead time uncertainty
Prepare inventory reports that identify average coverage levels and abnormal deviations
Compare actual procurement orders against the unconstrained requirements to provide visibility of over or under procurement levelsQualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required
The ideal candidate should possess the following:
Bachelor’s Degree with emphasis in Mathematics, and Statistics, or relevant technical field.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a supply chain management or logistics function
Understanding and experience in ERP or Supply Chain Planning software capabilities
Supply Chain and Lean Six Sigma qualifications and certifications Advanced computer skills using MS Excel.Desirable Skills and Personal Attributes:
Strong analytical skills
Problem solving skills
Good communication and report writing skills
Exceptional organizational skills
Strong capability in planning methodologies and KPI analysis
Continuous improvement diagnostic and process design skills
Strong leadership and organizational skillsHow to Apply
Those interested and who meet the above requirements are invited to apply by quoting the reference number for the position on both the applications letter and the envelope.
Applications accompanied with a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates and testimonials addressed as below should be received not later than 6th February 2015.
TS NO 2211
P.O. Box 49990 – 00100
Nairobi
or dropped physically to The Standard Group Ad Centre office on the ground floor of I&M Building, Banda Street opposite Rayan Hotel.
Our client is an equal opportunity employer
