• Develop and implement SCM strategies for materials, equipment procurement, inventory control, and operations. • Forecast demand and plan inventory levels to balance availability and cost. • Manage relationships with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and third party logistics providers. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives (cost reduction, process efficiency and waste reduction). • Manage inventory planning, stock levels, reorder points, and safety stocks. • Source and negotiate with suppliers of raw materials, packaging items & MRO goods. • Implement inventory management systems and cycle count programs. • Work with QC for material release and compliance documentation. • Analyze usage trends and demand forecasts to drive inventory decisions.
