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Supply Chain Specialist I

Remote:

Full Remote

Contract:

Full time

Work from:

South Africa

Offer summary

Key responsabilities:

Monitor supplier performance and compliance with contracts.
Develop and implement inventory control strategies.
Coordinate transportation and logistics activities.
Collaborate on accurate demand forecasts.
Identify inefficiencies in supply chain processes.

Thermo Fisher Scientific Biotech: Biology + Technology Large https://www.thermofisher.com/

10001 Employees

HQ: Waltham

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Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Monitor supplier performance and compliance with contracts, ensuring timely deliveries and adherence to quality standards
Develop and implement effective inventory control strategies to optimize stock levels, minimize carrying costs, and reduce stockouts or overstocks
Conduct regular inventory analysis to identify slow-moving or obsolete items and recommend appropriate action
Coordinate transportation and logistics activities, including arranging shipments, managing freight costs, and tracking delivery schedules
Work closely with carriers and freight forwarders to optimize delivery routes and transit times
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop accurate demand forecasts based on historical data, market trends, and upcoming promotions or events
Adjust inventory plans accordingly to meet changing demand patterns and seasonal fluctuations
Identify inefficiencies in the supply chain process and propose and implement improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs
Streamline processes for order processing, procurement, and demand fulfillment to increase efficiency and meet customer expectations
Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to supply chain operations
Supply Chain reporting
Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to address potential disruptions in the supply chain
Planning and implementing supply chain optimization projects
Tracking KPIs and reporting on performance
Planning and implementing supply chain optimization projects
Finding the most cost-efficient shipment methods and procedures
Pursuing improvement in all aspects of the supply chain by reviewing current methodology and processes
Researching and finding the most cost-efficient shipment methods and procedures
Identifying and analyzing supply chain trends
Accurately maintain Master Data
Participate in and drive OTIF (On Time In Full)
Participate Monthly S&OP review
Lead Weekly Demand review meetings for all divisions with Commercial team, ensuring agreed minimum required stock cover maintained per division as per key performance indicator
Maintain ERP system housekeeping for demand and supply