IMPORT / EXPORT
Overview
Director of Procurement (SCM Management )will drive accurate demand forecasting, optimal inventory and purchasing management, and timely COGS updates to support supply chain efficiency and profitability. This role ensures the safe, legal, and traceable importation of all products while maintaining proper inventory levels and zero stockouts. Additionally, the position will support mid- and long-term business growth through new product development (NPD) initiatives. サプライチェーンマネジメント(SCM)機能全体をリードし、需要および供給計画、調達、生産スケジューリング、在庫最適化、物流を網羅します。サプライチェーンの強靭性、コスト効率、法令遵守、顧客満足を確保するとともに、サプライヤーの多様化、システム統合、新製品の商業化などの戦略的取り組みを推進します。
Description
- Key Duties and Requirements
Key Duties
1. End-to-End Supply Chain Strategy & Leadership
○ Develop and execute SCM strategy aligned with company goals.
○ Set and monitor KPIs for supply chain performance, including cost, service, and working capital efficiency.
2. Integrated Demand & Supply Planning
○ Lead S&OP process to align sales forecasts with procurement and production plans.
Use market intelligence and data analytics to improve forecast accuracy and reduce supply-demand gaps.
○ Develop and implement a robust demand planning process, utilizing sales trends and market intelligence, to generate accurate demand forecasts.
3. Procurement & Supplier Management
○ Maintain strong relationships and daily communication with key suppliers.
○ Oversee global sourcing strategy, lead high-value contract negotiations, and manage supplier risk.
○ Ensure Food Safety, ESG and sustainability compliance in the supplier base.
4. Logistics & Distribution Optimization
○ Develop strategies for cost-effective and reliable transportation and warehousing.
○ Negotiate long-term agreements with carriers and freight forwarders to improve cost and service levels.
5. Timely COGS Updates and Management
○ Update cost elements such as raw material, import, and logistics costs promptly and accurately ○ Monitor and communicate changes in supplier pricing, exchange rates, and tariffs.
○ Analyze COGS variances and identify root causes for discrepancies.
○ Collaborate with relevant departments (e.g., Accounting) to ensure accurate cost allocation and reporting.
○ Propose and implement initiatives to mitigate cost increases and achieve COGS optimization.
6. Inventory Optimization & Working Capital Management
○ Drive initiatives to improve inventory turnover and reduce excess stock.
○ Implement systems for real-time inventory visibility and accuracy.
7. Cross-Functional Collaboration
○ Work closely with O2C, sales, accounting and QA to ensure data accuracy and operations alignment.
8. SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) Development and Updates
○ Create and document SOPs for purchasing and inventory management.
○ Review and update procedures periodically to ensure continuous improvement.
9. NPD (New Product Development) Support
○ Support commercialization of new products by securing supply and aligning production capabilities.
○ Identify and onboard suppliers for NPD initiatives.
10. Other Duties as Assigned
○ Propose initiatives to improve supply chain and operational efficiency.
○ Handle additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
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