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Job Title : Materials Planning & Imports Manager, Uganda
AutoReqId 32360BR
Function Procurement
Type of Job Full Time - Exempt
Country Uganda
External Job Description
Job Title: Materials Planning & Imports Manager, Uganda
***Application deadline - 8th June,2012***
Context/Scope:
UBL operates in a land locked region with high competition in terms of product quality and cost. 70% of its inputs are imported. To meet these challenges, provision of an unbroken chain of materials / components / finished products for manufacture goods / sale on time for the customer base. The role is charged with timely release of requirements to internal customers, ensuring that the requirements are delivered on time to the company using the correct carrier. Requirements are generally measured by accomplishing on time delivery to the internal customers, on time delivery from the supply base, attaining a freight budget, inventory shrink management, and inventory accuracy to match world-class standards.
Materials Planning & Imports Manager ensures that:
The range of goods handled cover a broad range – Capital Equipment, new IS systems, raw materials, components, Point Of Sale material and spares.
The incumbent is responsible for:
1. Material planning and delivery - scheduling, validation and implementation of company’s material requirement strategy for raw materials and components.
2. Imports coordination - managing the necessary documentation for the efficient, cost-effective and lawful execution of all imports activities. S/he will also work closely with different departments for inbound logistics strategy.
3. Ensuring that there’s a consistent flow of requirements flowing inward as per EABL requirements on quality, service and Corporate Citizenship.
Externally, the incumbent works with local / overseas suppliers, Customs Authorities and ensure total control over the supply chain from point of origin to plant, while ensuring the best total value.
Generally ensures the Coordination between Supply planning, and customer Delivery functions with ensuring steady supply of spirits and beer raw materials
Market Complexity:
The supply market is complex and volatile due to legislation, customs processes, and monopoly in some of the inputs we purchase. The company imports about 70% of its total requirements. Most of the local suppliers have very low capabilities
The Company has very ambitious goals for 2013 and beyond. Procurement has to play its part in delivering target Saving over the next 3 years.
The Material Requirement Planning and Procure To Pay processes although supported by SAP are still not optimum and need improvement
Accountabilities of the Role:
Planning, scheduling, control, and forecasting of materials and products requirement to meet company objectives and internal customer requirements.
• Managing and directing the entire inbound logistics process for raw/pack materials, finished goods (Beer and Spirits), Point Of Sale , spare parts and any other imports.
• Effective risk management and governance of the imports process – customs, GPA, stock policy, cost control, elimination of out of stock.
• Build Key relationship for value with Key stake holders in the supply chain.
• Guide the business regarding developments in customs and border policies.
Qualifications Required:
BBA, B.Com or related field.
Post Graduate Diploma in Logistics added Advantage.
CIPS added advantage.
SAP training / understanding.
Experience
Good communication, negotiation skills, ability to analyze financial and technical data and a solid understanding of supply chain management.
Good at decision making and planning.
At least five (5) years experience with FMCG’s in Procurement.
Extensive knowledge in customs / border regulations.
Barriers to Success in Role
• Material Requirement Planning system.
• Incorrect bills of materials and un-reported scrap.
• Shipping errors, receiving errors, and production reporting errors.
• Inconsistent communication channels.
• Limited business knowledge of process and procedures.
How to Apply:
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_searchresults.asp?ref=52820123258&SID=^9P28PgfxkEQg21zBBzoxE65Kyal1x05v7eeR1BbAn2xTsiroZ1PzzdEfkc_slp_rhc_4awwX
Deadline: 8th June 2012
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