This
is an exciting opportunity to be part of a small team in Kenya who manages the
direct sourcing of cut-flowers for a well known retailer in the UK.
Supply Chain Coordinator – Cut Flowers
You
will be working under the guidance of the Procurement Manager.
- Order
management: Creating and managing daily and weekly supplier orders and
communicating any supply /demand issues to the Procurement Manager.
- Liaise with
selected suppliers on supply situation on a daily basis communicating the
same to planning team (shortages/extras).
- Upload and
update expected daily quantities in ERP server with latest supplier
expected volumes with the assistance of administrators.
- Verify packing
lists and invoices from suppliers for correctness and update ERP server
with actual loadings.
- Daily
communication with planners, shipping agents and suppliers on expected
quantity.
- Manage control
measures to ensure mistakes, inaccuracies and discrepancies are highlighted,
addressed and resolved.
- Monitor and
measure daily supplier performance.
Requirements
- A bachelor
degree in a relevant field.
- Minimum 4 years
experience in the floriculture industry.
- Exposure/experience
in use of ERP systems, excel and database programs.
- Should have
excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written.
- Experience in
supply & demand forecasting.
- Attention to
detail, dynamism and team player.
- Ability to work
independently and meet deadlines.
- Applicants
should be able to demonstrate suitability for the position through
relevant previous experience working in the industry.
Interested
and qualified applicants should submit a Resume/CV and cover letter supported
by at least two references to kenyaposition@gmail.com
Please outline how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and include ‘Supply Chain Coordinator ‘ as the subject line.
Please outline how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position and include ‘Supply Chain Coordinator ‘ as the subject line.
Kindly
state your current and expected remuneration.
The deadline for receiving application is 18th June 2013.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The deadline for receiving application is 18th June 2013.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
