Johannesburg North: Spares Specialist From Cellphone Towers posted by Network Contracting

Key

Responsibilities:

• Spares Availability: Ensure the timely availability of maintenance and capacity upgrade spares to meet operational demands on all our cell phone tower upgrades and maintenance. 
• Inventory Management: Develop and implement strategies to optimize stock levels, preventing shortages and minimizing waste.
• Supply Chain Coordination: Manage the procurement, transportation, and inventory management of spares, working closely with supply chain teams to streamline processes.
• Vendor Management: Collaborate with vendors to negotiate favorable pricing, terms, and delivery schedules. Maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure quality and timely delivery of spares.
• Asset Reconciliation: Accurately track and reconcile spares and assets within the region, conducting regular audits to ensure data integrity.
• Process Optimization: Continuously refine inventory control measures, ensuring best practices in receiving, documentation, storage, and distribution of materials.
• Reporting & Analysis: Utilize your strong analytical skills to interpret data, provide utilization analysis, and monitor vendor performance. Make data-driven recommendations for improvements.

What You’ll Bring:

• Inventory Expertise: Deep understanding of stock control, forecasting, and order fulfillment processes.
• Supply Chain Savvy: Proficient in supply chain processes, including procurement, transportation, and logistics.
• Technical Know-How: Expertise in spare parts management, including an understanding of equipment specifications and compatibility.
• Analytical & Negotiation Skills: Ability to analyze spares usage and stock levels, with strong negotiation skills for vendor management.
• Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to asset reconciliation and inventory audits.

Qualifications & Experience:

• A degree or diploma in a relevant field (Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related).
• 5-8 years of experience in a similar role, with substantial expertise in inventory or stock control within a technical or industrial sector.
• Solid knowledge of maintenance and capacity upgrade spares, with hands-on experience in managing technical equipment spare parts.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Effective vendor boot stock management and accountability.
• Cost-effective spares planning and management.
• Comprehensive utilization analysis to support operational efficiency.

If you`re ready to drive innovation in spares management and supply chain optimization, we’d love to hear from you!