Willers Solutions Limited – Our client is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Supply Chain Manager, Engineering

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description Summary

• Our client requires the services of a Supply Chain Manager who will manage supplier relationships and negotiate the procurement and contracts while ensuring compliance to our policies and procedures, and achieving the best overall value. He/She will be responsible for purchase order placement and execution, supplier follow-up and capacity development and supplier performance management.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Follow the MRP to generate the forecast for suppliers required, and obtain confirmation from suppliers.
• Prepare and release Purchase Orders IPO/Form M/LC on time as per the planned orders generated by the ERP.
• Update Purchase Orders in regards to quantity, confirmation date, ship date, and delivery date.
• Request pending deliveries from suppliers and correct P.O. accordingly.
• Escalation at the right time, conduct meetings with Suppliers, cross-functional teams to address the issues.
• Solve all discrepancies on invoices due to prices and non-expected extra costs.
• Coordinate all general mailing actions to be taken related to supplier issues.
• Coordinate with Logistics for freight forwarding & customs clearance.
• Update the supply matrix (lead time, delivery times, MOQ, minimum and maximum lots, etc.).
• Daily review of shortages & Overstocks.
• To maintain the Inventory target set by the organization.
• Knowledge of Advance license, SON & customs process.
• Work cross-functionally with sales and branch managers to drive cost, delivery, quality, and supplier development.
• Manage relationships with suppliers for purchase order execution.
• Manage problems and schedules changes.
• Actively participate in supplier performance review.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or institution (or a high school diploma/GED).
• 3- 5 year’s experience in Sourcing and Supply chain.
• Experience in Engineering, Marine, Manufacturing, Quality, Materials, Sourcing or Supply Chain Operations is an Added advantage.

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong background in contract execution.
• Experience in a Buyer role in Engineering or Marine industry.
• Manufacturing or Shop Operations experience.
• Ability to analyze data and perform pricing analysis.
• Experience with sourcing of new suppliers / vendors.
• Ability to utilize Excel for data analysis.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams.
• Effective problem identification and solution skills.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute program.

Application Closing Date
15th Match, 2022.