Supply, Distribution and Procurement Managers

Key Tasks

• •Determining, implementing and monitoring purchasing, storage and distribution strategies, policies and plans
• •Preparing and implementing plans to maintain required stock levels at minimum cost
• •Negotiating contracts with suppliers to meet quality, cost and delivery requirements
• •Monitoring and reviewing storage and inventory systems to meet supply requirements and control stock levels
• •Operating recording systems to track all movements of supplies and finished goods, and ensuring re-ordering and re-stocking at optimal times
• •Liaising with other departments and customers concerning requirements for outward goods and associated forwarding transportation
• •Overseeing the recording of purchase, storage and distribution transactions
• •Directing staff activities and monitoring their performance

Employment Projections to 2035