Purchasing and Logistics Manager

Job Purpose: To ensure the efficient and cost-effective management of the entire supply chain process by optimizing procurement, logistics, and inventory management. Maintain strong supplier relationships, minimize risks, and meet organizational goals for timely product delivery and customer satisfaction. Demand Planning & Inventory Control: Analyze demand and manage stock, report on inventory, turnover, and availability. Procurement Management: Oversee procurement and supplier relationships, define sales and purchasing rules. Process purchase orders in the ERP system. Logistics Management: Place transport orders, track shipments, and coordinate direct deliveries to the customers. Search for freight forwarders with the most cost-effective solutions. Maintain security measures for high-value cargo. Warehouse Management. Cooperate with 3PL service providers. Provide storage/shipping instructions. Analysis & Reporting: Analyze supply chain data and monitor KPIs. Requirements to Skills and Competences: Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field. 3 years of experience in supply chain or logistics. Proficiency with Supply Chain software and ERP systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and leadership abilities. Experience in project management and managing teams. Knowledge of industry regulations and standards. Retail or manufacturing experience is a plus. Language Proficiency: English. KPI: On-Time Delivery Rate Inventory Turnover Ratio Order Fulfillment Accuracy Service Level Supply Chain Cost-to-Sales Ratio Supply Chain performance: overstock/OOS