Roles and Responsibilities at Excelsis

• Supply Chain Strategy & Planning:
  • Develop and implement supply chain strategies that optimize productivity and cost efficiency.
  • Design processes for inventory control, stock management, and supply replenishment.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams (marketing, sales, operations, finance) to align supply chain activities with business objectives.
  • Develop sourcing strategies for casting and forging components to ensure cost-effectiveness and availability.
• Procurement & Vendor Management:
  • Lead strategic procurement of spares, consumables, CAPEX, and OPEX items.
  • Handle contract management, ensuring compliance and value in procurement contracts.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, negotiating pricing, lead times, and payment terms.
  • Manage vendor development and sourcing for local and global suppliers, especially critical and high-demand items.
  • Identify and onboard reliable suppliers for casting and forging materials, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to improve the quality and cost-effectiveness of components.
• Inventory Management:
  • Oversee inventory control: daily counts, binning, categorization, and stock replenishment.
  • Monitor SKU levels, optimize stock, and implement SKU rationalization.
  • Manage stock forecasting and ensure accurate demand predictions.
  • Reduce obsolete inventory and avoid order duplication.
  • Plan inventory of casting and forging components to avoid shortages or excess.
• Warehouse Management:
  • Plan and design warehouse operations including forecasting for critical items.
  • Implement efficient warehouse management systems.
  • Ensure stock levels meet production and customer needs.
  • Establish proper storage for casting and forging materials to maintain quality.
• Budgeting & Financial Planning:
  • Manage budgets for procurement, inventory, and CAPEX/OPEX.
  • Monitor budgets and prepare inventory and financial performance reports.
  • Optimize procurement costs while maintaining quality standards.
• Continuous Improvement & Reporting:
  • Develop new tracking techniques for parts and consumables usage.
  • Prepare weekly/monthly statistical forecasts and demand planning reports.
  • Continuously improve processes using demand planning models.
  • Lead planning meetings to align supply chain with sales/marketing goals.
  • Implement improvements to reduce lead times and costs.
• Supplier & Performance Management:
  • Evaluate supplier performance using audits and benchmarks.
  • Negotiate volume-based supply agreements.
  • Resolve disputes and ensure supplier compliance with industry standards.
• Team Leadership & Development:
  • Train and develop supply chain team members.
  • Provide strategic direction and ensure professional development.
  • Educate on best practices for casting and forging component handling.
• Crisis Management:
  • Handle emergencies like machine downtimes and urgent stock needs.
  • Ensure backup suppliers are in place to manage disruptions.
• Communication & Relationship Management:
  • Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Advise senior management on market trends, risks, and opportunities.

Skillsets Required

• Expertise in logistics, scrap management, and warehouse operations.
• Strong supplier relationship, forecasting, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership abilities.
• SCM certification preferred.
• Knowledge of casting and forging procurement, vendor management, and inventory control.