Supply Chain Manager

Job Code

345/001/303

Industry

Modular Construction

Core Business

Construction, Tents Manufacturing & Installation, Mobile Halls & Temporary Structures Rentals

Job Brief

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and executing end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, logistics, inventory, warehousing, and supplier management. The role ensures the timely and cost-effective supply of materials and services to support operational delivery while maintaining compliance, quality, and risk management standards. This role owns the Group's end-to-end supply chain governance, ensuring standardization, transparency, and strategic sourcing across all factories, projects, and business units.

Supply Chain Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement the supply chain strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Forecast demand and plan procurement, inventory, and logistics requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize supply chain performance.

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, tendering, negotiation, and contract management.
• Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and reliability.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Own framework agreements and long-term supplier partnerships.
• Lead high-value and high-risk contract negotiations.
• Drive localization strategy and dual-sourcing models.

Inventory & Warehouse Management

• Manage inventory levels, stock replenishment, and warehouse operations.
• Ensure accuracy of inventory records, stock reconciliation, and reporting.
• Optimize storage, handling, and material control processes.

Logistics & Distribution

• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, transportation, and distribution.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment to projects/sites.
• Manage freight, customs, and logistics cost control.

Quality, Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, legal requirements, and internal controls.
• Manage supply chain risks, including disruption, supplier dependency, quality issues, and cost volatility.
• Support audits and governance reviews related to supply chain operations.

Financial Management & Cost Control

• Manage supply chain budget, cost savings initiatives, and spend analysis.
• Optimize working capital through inventory management and supplier payment terms.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting of procurement and inventory costs.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the supply chain team.
• Establish clear performance objectives and KPIs for the function.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and accountability.
• Design and maintain an optimal supply chain organizational structure.
• Build succession planning for key roles.
• Drive capability building in procurement, planning, and logistics.
• Lead change management for digital transformation initiatives.

Production & Factory Integration

• Align procurement and inventory planning with factory production schedules.
• Ensure raw material availability for uninterrupted manufacturing.
• Implement MRP logic within ERP for steel, aluminum, PVC, and prefab lines.
• Reduce WIP and idle time due to material shortages.

Key Relationships

• Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Operations Leadership
• Finance / Cost Control
• Project Managers / Site Operations
• Procurement & Purchasing Teams
• Warehouse & Logistics Teams
• Suppliers & Subcontractors
• Quality Assurance (QA/QC)
• Legal & Compliance
• IT / ERP Systems

Job Requirements Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• Professional certification preferred (e.g., CIPS, APICS/CPIM, CSCP).

Experience

• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive supply chain experience.
• Proven experience in procurement, logistics, inventory management, and supplier management.
• Experience in a project-based or industrial environment is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent planning, forecasting, and analytical abilities.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and MS Office.

Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Material availability rate vs production plan
• Procurement cycle time (PR PO Delivery)
• Cost variance vs BOQ / project baseline
• Supplier concentration risk index
• Obsolete & slow-moving inventory ratio

Working Conditions

• Office-based with frequent site/project visits.
• May require travel between sites and suppliers.
• Requires a high level of coordination across multiple stakeholders.