Supply Chain Manager

Our client is a Thai Industrial Machinery and Construction Equipment Company

1. Sourcing Strategy

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies that ensure quality standards for parts and products.
• Lead sourcing, negotiations, and category management to align with business needs.
• Conduct risk assessments, cost analyses, and market intelligence updates for each product category.
• Establish and enforce purchasing policies and compliance requirements.
• Perform supplier evaluations and work with stakeholders to meet strict performance standards.

2. Material Planning

• Create accurate demand forecasts that align with sales trends and seasonality.
• Coordinate with sales, marketing, finance, and operations to forecast business needs.
• Partner with sourcing teams to engage with parts dealers and suppliers.
• Design long-term demand planning strategies to support growth and propose initiatives to improve accuracy and efficiency in forecasting.

3. Inventory Management

• Ensure optimal stock levels across branches to avoid shortages or excess inventory.
• Collaborate with procurement and warehouse teams to manage inventory.
• Analyze inventory data to optimize stock levels and minimize costs.

4. Supplier Management

• Identify, assess, and onboard suppliers for parts and services.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships, managing performance on cost, quality, and delivery.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing terms to secure favorable agreements.
• Oversee sourcing activities to ensure compliance with company policies and timelines for new business growth.

5. Project Management

• Prepare and deliver reports on sourcing performance, cost savings, and project updates to senior management.
• Lead sourcing efforts for large-scale projects, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and within-budget delivery.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and risks, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.

6. Collaboration

• Partner with cross-functional teams to qualify new products and suppliers, maintaining quality throughout the product lifecycle.
• Work with branch managers, operations, and suppliers to address location-specific demand and operational needs.
• Communicate consistently with logistics and warehouse teams for smooth supply chain operations.
• Collaborate with finance to track and control supply chain costs, ensuring alignment with budget goals.

• Minimum 5-7 years of working experience in Industrial Machinery and Construction Equipment or related industries
• Familiarity with logistics and distribution operations.
• Experience in Demand planning, Sourcing Strategy and Inventory management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. (Thai & English)
• Able to travel occasionally

• Bachelor's degree or higher