The Assistant Manager – PC&L is to keep the department running in an efficient and cost-effective manner, to increase customer satisfaction, loyalty and retention and to meet their expectations. inventory control, material handling, logistics, and compliance with customer specifications and plan to meet customer requirements in accordance with schedules / forecast / inputs received from customer and handle imports and exports.
Estimating the demand for materials and products and planning the imports & local suppliers’ activities accordingly.
Communicating with overseas suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of goods.
Manage relationship with suppliers to negotiate optimal terms of service and ensure timely delivery of materials
Use SAP MRP for planning, ordering and to accurately track material flow and maintain optimal stock levels
Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage and protection of materials
Identify and resolve discrepancies between inventory records and stock levels and trouble shoot supply chain issues related to materials
Prepare and present detailed reports on material and inventory management stock levels and adjustments
Place orders based on the production schedule and inventory needs.
Implement inventory tracking systems to monitor stock levels in real-time.
Stay updated with changes in import regulations and trade agreements.
Schedule shipments and select optimal transportation methods.
Monitor and report on import-related expenses.
Identify potential risks in the supply chain, such as supplier instability or political unrest in source countries.
Analyze the efficiency of current import processes.
Work closely with other departments such as procurement, finance, and sales to align import activities with overall business objectives.
Train new team members on import procedures and systems.
Continuous Improvement : Reviewing import processes regularly to identify areas for efficiency improvements.