Job purpose:

To ensure the timely and efficient replenishment of pharmaceutical products to meet customer demand while minimising inventory costs and maximising service levels.

Key Performance Areas:

1.  Inventory Management:

·       Utilise inventory management software and tools to monitor inventory levels and forecast demand for products.

·       Analyse sales data, historical trends, and market conditions to ensure accurate demand forecasts.

·       Determine optimal inventory levels and reorder points to prevent stockouts while minimising excess inventory.

2.  Order Processing:

·       Generate purchase orders and replenishment requests based on demand forecasts and inventory policies.

·       Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products.

·       Monitor order status and track shipments to ensure on-time delivery and resolve any issues or delays.

3.  Supplier Relationship Management:

·       Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to optimise service levels.

·       Collaborate with suppliers to address supply chain challenges and identify opportunities for improvement.

4.  Performance Monitoring:

·       Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as fill rate, inventory turnover, and stockout rate to assess replenishment performance.

·       Identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to optimise inventory management processes and enhance supply chain efficiency.

5.  Cross-Functional Collaboration:

·       Work closely with buying, operations, and logistics teams to align replenishment plans with sales forecasts, promotional activities, and distribution requirements.

·       Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on inventory strategies and priorities.

Job related competencies:

● Deciding and Initiating Action

● Leading and Supervising

● Working with People

● Relating and Networking

● Persuading and Influencing

● Planning and Organising

● Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations

● Achieving Personal Work Goals and Objectives

● Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking

● Analysing

Job related knowledge

 Essential:

 ● Knowledge of supply chain principles

● Supplier relationship management

● Stock management techninques

 ● GP management

● Wholesale and distribution knowledge

● Desirable: Knowledge of the Just Enough buying system

 Job related knowledge

 Essential:

 ● Knowledge of supply chain principles

● Supplier relationship management

● Stock management techninques

 ● GP management

● Wholesale and distribution knowledge

● Desirable: Knowledge of the Just Enough buying system