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About Calo
Launched in Bahrain in November 2019, Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. We’re a team dedicated to providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.

Role Overview
We are seeking a talented, organized Supply Chain Coordinator to oversee the procurement process, from contacting vendors to building strong vendor relationships.

Main Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of food ingredients and packaging items.
• Collaborate with vendors to negotiate favorable terms and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Implement procurement strategies to meet quality standards and optimize costs.
• Monitor market trends to identify potential suppliers and cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage customs clearance procedures, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate sea and air freight activities by optimizing routes and minimizing transit times.
• Work with logistics partners to track shipments and resolve delays or issues.
• Use Material Requirements Planning (MRP) tools to maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory, procurement, and logistics activities.

Qualifications

• Proven procurement experience, preferably in the food industry.
• Strong understanding of inbound logistics, including customs clearance, sea, and air freight.
• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets for data analysis.
• Experience with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or related field.
• Must be currently based in Bahrain.

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Job Description

Responsibilities of the role include resolving inventory in-stock issues such as the depth, timing, and efficient flow of inventory that support financial objectives. Additionally, supply chain planning includes managing the purchasing process, creating/managing inventory budgets, ensuring that inventory levels meet demand, and gathering data to prepare trends and forecasting reports for colleagues, management, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyze key metrics including vendor fill rate, lead time variability, and FC inbound capacity to maintain the Company’s best-in-class in-stock rates and inventory turns.
• Identify and communicate current and future inventory issues, as well as develop sound recovery plans.
• Participate in cross-functional manufacturer and vendor reviews, driving vendor operational improvement.
• Participate in innovative, metric-driven processes and projects to achieve supply chain excellence.
• Utilize forecasting software and exception reporting to reduce forecast errors and achieve category forecast accuracy targets.
• Model business trends and communicate insights to the cross-functional team to optimize business processes and results in both short- and long-term to align supply and demand to support inventory needs.
• Project forward-looking inventory positions and financial implications.
• Facilitate collaboration meetings with stakeholders and vendors to review purchase forecasts, proposed orders, and other operational issues.
• Monitor weekly and monthly production plans, prioritizing work orders.
• Monitor the movement of materials through purchasing, storage, production, and retail distribution.
• Set preferred stock levels and prevent excess inventory.
• Review supplies to ensure quality, monitor stock levels, and maintain accessibility to information.
• Build relationships with transportation, warehouse supervisors, and co-workers to achieve higher performance.
• Use scheduling software to coordinate deliveries.
• Administer Enterprise Resource Planning data for manufacturing.
• Develop and monitor internal and external key performance indicators including forecast accuracy and vendor scorecard metrics.
• Make recommendations on flow considerations.
• Design and create new tools to help improve the planning functions of the supply chain.
• Prepare detailed reports relating to MRP, back orders, and schedules.
• Engage in continuous improvement as it relates to processes and material availability.
• Manage timely delivery.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma.
• Minimum of 3 years of impactful experience.
• Prefer those who worked in FMGC.
• Proven data entry work experience, as a Data Entry Operator or Office Clerk.
• Experience with MS Office and data programs.
• Organizational skills, with an ability to stay focused on assigned tasks.
• Strong creative thinking coupled with excellent analytical skills.

• Analyzing supply chain data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for cost savings.
• Developing and maintaining key performance indicators (KPIs) for supply chain operations.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external partners to gather data and insights.
• Creating reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Forecasting demand and optimizing inventory levels to meet customer needs while minimizing holding costs.
• Evaluating supplier performance and identifying opportunities for strategic sourcing.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of supply chain strategies and process improvements.
• Utilizing advanced analytical tools and software to model different scenarios and predict outcomes.
• Monitoring and assessing the impact of external factors (e.g., market changes, geopolitical events) on the supply chain.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies.

• Develop and implement strategic supply chain plans to optimize efficiency, cost, and service levels.
• Manage all aspects of the supply chain, including procurement, inventory control, warehousing, transportation, and distribution.
• Oversee the selection and management of third-party logistics providers (3PLs).
• Implement and maintain robust inventory management systems to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize carrying costs.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Negotiate favorable contracts and terms with suppliers and service providers.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for the supply chain function.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain, embracing new technologies and methodologies.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, or operations.
• Proven experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, inventory management, transportation, and distribution processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.
• Exceptional negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Strong understanding of lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and maintain demand forecasts to optimize inventory levels and production planning.
• Monitor inventory across warehouses to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
• Evaluate supplier performance and identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency gains.
• Optimize transportation routes and modes to reduce costs and delivery times.
• Collaborate with warehouse teams to improve operational efficiency and space utilization.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for the supply chain.
• Implement and manage supply chain technologies, such as WMS and TMS.
• Prepare regular reports on supply chain performance for management.
• Identify risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate disruptions in the supply chain.
• Contribute to the development and execution of supply chain strategies.