General Manager - Purchase & Logistics

Key Responsibilities:Strategic Planning:

• Vendor Management:

  Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure optimal supplier performance. 

• Inventory Management:

  Oversee inventory levels, forecast demand, and optimize stock levels to minimize costs and ensure timely availability of materials. 

• Logistics Coordination:

  Coordinate the movement of goods, including transportation, warehousing, and distribution, to ensure timely and efficient delivery. 

• Cost Management:

  Monitor and manage expenditures, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure compliance with the procurement budget. 

• Risk Management:

  Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, such as potential shortages, price fluctuations, and supplier disruptions. 

• Team Leadership:

  Provide leadership and guidance to the purchasing and logistics teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. 

• Compliance:

  Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and procedures. 

• Data Analysis:

  Analyze market trends, supplier performance, and inventory data to identify areas for improvement and optimize the procurement and logistics processes. 

Key Skills:

• Strategic Thinking:

   Ability to develop and implement effective purchasing and logistics strategies. 

• Negotiation:

   Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms with suppliers. 

• Vendor Management:

   Experience in building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers. 

• Supply Chain Management:

   In-depth knowledge of supply chain principles and practices. 

• Financial Acumen:

   Ability to manage budgets, analyze costs, and identify cost-saving opportunities. 

• Leadership:

   Ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented environment. 

• Communication:

   Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with internal stakeholders and external vendors. 

• Problem-Solving:

   Ability to identify and resolve issues related to procurement, logistics, and supplier performance. 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. 
• Extensive experience in purchasing, logistics, and supply chain management, with a proven track record of success. 
• Experience in managing and negotiating contracts with suppliers. 
• Experience in managing and optimizing inventory levels and logistics operations. 
• Experience in leading and managing a team of purchasing and logistics professionals.