Head of Supply Chain at Sokowatch

Role

Sokowatch is searching for a Head of Supply Chain who craves a global challenge balanced by the desire to be accountable for delivering against targets in Sokowatch’s largest business unit. It is both a strategic and tactical position, requiring the ability to take a hands-on approach to driving operations and the facility to design processes from the ground-up. The primary goal of this position is to monitor and optimize inventory across all of Sokowatch’s African markets. This role is responsible for improving inventory tracking systems, reviewing levels of products, preparing weekly purchase orders, and performing ongoing analyses across all our branches.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess:

• Minimum five years experience in a similar role.
• Extensive knowledge of data analysis, inventory management software, and forecasting techniques.
• An analytical mind with strong attention to detail.
• Outstanding organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance or relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Implement improved inventory controls
• Track supply levels to prevent shortages and overstocking
• Prepare purchase orders and record deliveries to update inventory
• Create detailed reports on inventory operations, stock levels, and adjustments
• Perform analyses to predict potential inventory problems
• Provide analysis that supports negotiations with suppliers
• Manage and train warehouse staff across all our African offices