Material Supervisor

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and implements inventory operations and procedures; supervises Physical Inventory Count.
• Provides proper accounting for year-end-adjustment to General Ledger.
• Reviews daily inventory activity; maintains accurate inventory master files, manufacturer and catalog numbers, minimums and material descriptions.
• Remains current on new and obsolete materials.
• Maintains adequate levels of inventory stock.
• Reviews receiving records, maintains receiving records on file until invoice is received.
• Reconciles invoices with correct receiving record, then forwards both to the procurement.
• Reviews purchase order requests and compares expenditures with budget appropriations; prepares and reviews monthly Capital Budget reports.
• Researches vendor, pricing, and manufacturer information; inputs all required data to initiate all requisitions and purchase orders.
• Prepares re-order reports with quantities required for inventory stock and forwards to procurement for pricing/ordering.
• Serves as the point of contact for site formal bid documents.
• Creates Inventory Master files for site.
• Completes capital projects as assigned.
• Expedites inventory and non-inventory materials orders, including tracking and follow-up on back orders.
• Negotiates terms with suppliers.
• Participates in the evaluation of various company-associated materials.
• Arranges demonstrations of new products.
• Issues supplies, materials and equipment to employees.
• Receives delivered supplies, materials and equipment from suppliers as well as re-stocks and inspects items returned into inventory.
• Organizes and maintains warehouse and inventory yard areas for efficient material storage and handling, including labelling, stocking and organizing stock items on shelving.
• Operates indoor and heavy duty outdoor forklifts and other necessary vehicles and equipment involved with issuing and stocking materials.
• Provides and communicates dispatch delivery of materials and equipment to site.
• Works closely with the procurement in all aspects of materials functions.

Qualification and Experience / Minimum Requirements

• BCom degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 10 years’ experience handling procurement, purchasing, and inventory, preferably in engineering environment.
• With 4 years of supervisory and management experience.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of Supply Chain Management policies and procedures.
• Valid Driver’s License is essential.

Compensation

Salary: To be negotiated.

Competencies

• General knowledge of cost effective inventory principles and management; knowledge and experience in Planning and Managing Warehouse Operations.
• General knowledge of utility operations, budgeting and review techniques, to include uniform system of accounts.
• General knowledge of standard safety practices and procedures relating to operations and equipment.
• Skill in the operation of the calculator and PC computer.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with line team, suppliers and client representatives.
• Ability to effectively manage time and project priorities.
• Ability to administer and supervise; exercise judgement in appraising situations and in making decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and suppliers.

Job Features

• Occupational level: Skilled
• Department: Choose
• Location: Location
• Closing Date: Closing Date
• Applications must be sent to: careers@southzambezi.com/SA.recruitment@khatocivils.com
• Work Type: Permanent