Supply and Distribution Managers

What the job involves

• Determines, implements, and monitors the strategies, policies and plans for purchasing, storage, and distribution
• Prepares and implements plans to maintain the required stock levels at minimum cost
• May negotiate contracts with suppliers to meet quality, cost and delivery requirements
• Monitor and review storage and inventory systems to meet supply requirements and control stock levels
• Operates recording systems to track all movements of supplies and finished goods, to ensure the re-ordering and re-stocking at optimal times
• Liaise with other departments and customers concerning requirements for outward goods and associated forwarding transportation
• Oversees the recording of purchase, storage and distribution transactions
• Directs staff activities and monitors their performance

Key values of workers in Supply and Distribution Managers

• Working Conditions

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.

• Support

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.

• Achievement

  Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.

• Recognition

  Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.

• Relationships

  Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.

Top skills required for workers in Supply and Distribution Managers

• Active Listening

  Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

• Speaking

  Talking to others to convey information effectively.

• Monitoring

  Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

• Coordination

  Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

• Judgment and Decision Making

  Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.