ABOUT THE JOB

The Supply Chain Assistant is responsible for the effective monitoring of the Brand assigned to him/her. As a Supply Chain Assistant you will be responsible for the handling of the specific Brands as well as covering the Supply Chain Manager’s position in his absence.

The Supply Chain Assistant reports to the Procurement Division, under the supervision of the Supply Chain Manager, who determines and monitors the fulfillment of objectives , as well as the limits of his/her authority. All members of the Procurement-Purchasing Division report to the Supply Chain Manager.

You will shine here if you enjoy…

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management of the company’s procurement portfolio, ensuring transparency of costs in terms of Purchases of Products and consumables
• Monitoring the Company’s Purchasing model
• Analysis and calculation of supply costs and suggesting methods to reduce costs
• Devising negotiation strategies and securing profitable deals
• Working with partners to ensure agreement on terms and procedures
• Assess risks and implement risk minimisation techniques
• Finding and working with reliable vendors and suppliers
• Determining the quantity and timing of deliveries
• Communicating with vendors regarding shipment of orders and confirming shipments.
• Communication and cooperation with customs office and transport companies
• Notification of changes in carry over code prices to retail
• Collaboration with the Finance Department in order to make the Purchases-Movements process more efficient.

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven work experience in the procurement department
• Familiarity with procurement and vendor management software or other related software
• Understanding of market dynamics and sound business judgment
• Ability to negotiate and maintain networking relationships
• Familiarity with numbers and the collection, analysis and interpretation of data
• Sound judgement and ability to make good decisions

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS / INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• Excellent Procurement service skills and a high level of awareness of service issues
• Ability to work in a solution-oriented manner and ability to take initiative
• Excellent ability to work collaboratively and establish close working relationships
• Attention to detail and concern for quality
• Developed ability to work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines
• Excellent planning, coordination and priority setting skills.

MORE INFORMATION

Salt Water is the most trusted name in luxury resort & ready-to-wear apparel in Greece. With over 25 years of market experience, and a deep passion for travel and fashion, the company supplies the top retailers & high-end resorts with the most coveted, luxury fashion brands. Our brands reach the most affluent, international travellers and passionate fashion consumers. The world of Salt Water embodies and inspires effortless luxury, by representing 34 luxury resorts brands in Greece & Cyprus, including Orlebar Brown, MC2 Saint Barth, Camilla, Cult Gaia, Melissa Odabash, Balmain Swimwear, Polo Ralph Lauren Swimwear, Pin Up, Alice & Olivia. Salt Water retail presence includes 12 Mono-brand & multi-brand boutiques in Greece, & development of international partnerships with leading hotels in high-end destinations in France & Qatar.

Saltwater is an equal opportunities employer, provides training, salary, bonus & benefits to match the amazing universe of its luxury brands and offers opportunities for personal improvement & career growth