On behalf of our client, we are looking for a competent, skilled, and experienced Production & Logistics Coordinator reporting to the Country Manager to work in Kenya.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Purpose of Role

• The key purpose of the role is to support in the loading process
• The role will also be critical in resolving cargo documentation (COO, Certificate of Quality Marks, PFIs, etc.)
• Continuously link with production sites to coordinate an efficient and prompt flow of products through the network.
• Keep a detailed control of all stock movements among the network.
• Set up stock transfer orders (STO’s) through SAP PO to fulfil stock requirements in each node.
• Coordination of supply of imported products with DRP Planner.
• The successful daily monitoring of sales & OOS stock with the intention of improving customer service.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Responsible to identify risks and/or opportunities to the overall supply plan and execute necessary changes & communicate effectively to key stakeholders
• Responsible to maintain consistent inventory management practices in line with meeting demand requirements, identifying solutions to mitigate risks and improve overall tracking.
• No direct reports – achieving results through the development of key relationships and influencing key stakeholders.
• Coordination of supply of IPS and locally produced brands with manufacturing plants and logistics team
• Manage for value across the Market’s Supply Chain (E.g. minimize write-offs, double handling, etc.)
• Single point of contact to the DRP and Supply planner for supply of product into market to ensure product continuity.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Degree in business, supply chain management or related discipline.
• 2 years’ experience in a similar field or related Barriers to Success in Role
• Lack of analytical and planning skills
• Lack of effective and clear communication skills
• Inability to be proactive and focus energies on value added activities
• Inability to think in the future to anticipate problems and risks
• Inability to establish working relationships with production sites and Supply    Planners