Operations Specialist - Midrand, South Africa - Nipro Europe Group Companies

Description

The Operations Specialist will be responsible for all operational duties including inventory management, inbound flow, set-up and adjustment of sales forecast, the strategic development and execution of future production needs for local suppliers.

He/she will comply to existing Supply Chain procedures for planning and sourcing purposes and is expected to participate in policy improvement initiatives to ensure timeous, efficient and cost-effective management of company's operations.

• Assist the Finance Manager in planning, organizing and coordinating functions relating to the operation of the business.
• Maintain an updated client, customer, contractor and supplier management system.
• Monitor expenses and budget in line with the finance and accounts department.
• Provide recommendations and suggestions for improvements in any aspects relating to increased performance.
• Partner with Sales Manager to develop and update sales forecast on customer and material levels. Propose and implement solutions to improve the forecast accuracy.
• Analyse and validate inventory requirements based on service &inventory targets.
• Address demandrelated stock issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Reconcile physical inventory for the assigned warehouse.
• Organize biannual inventory count and final reporting for the assigned warehouse.
• Optimize the workflow in cooperation with the customer service team.
• Ensure continuous and proactive collaboration and communication with other departments such as Marketing, Finance, Technical and Sales teams.
• Perform all tasks in accordance with JSOX and ISO quality requirements taking Nipro values into account.

• National Senior Certificate (Matric)
• Qualification related to Facilities management
• SAP experience will be advantageous
• Proven experience in working in business operations or sales operations
• Strong problemsolving and analytical skills
• Good social and presentation skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• High selfinitiative with the ability to work well under pressure
• Able to work effectively with mínimal supervision
• Knowledge of handling general office equipment