“VEXA DS” LLC, a member of the “VLand Systems” LLC

Summary

• The Lead Supply Chain Specialist is responsible for coordinating and supporting supply chain activities, including procurement, logistics, warehousing, and supplier management. The role focuses on optimizing supply chain processes, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of goods and services, monitoring supplier performance, and ensuring that all activities are carried out in compliance with the company’s internal policies, procedures, and applicable legal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that procurement, logistics, and warehouse operations within the supply chain are carried out in accordance with established procedures;
• Prepare and coordinate the implementation of plans related to procurement, logistics, and inventory management;
• Analyze supply chain processes and propose measures to improve their efficiency;
• Provide the necessary information for the preparation of the supply chain budget and monitor related expenditures;
• Research and evaluate local and international suppliers and logistics service providers;
• Participate in the organization and execution of tender processes;
• Evaluate suppliers’ commercial and technical proposals and prepare relevant assessments;
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of suppliers and logistics partners;
• Maintain and regularly update the Approved Vendor List (AVL);
• Carry out the qualification and evaluation of new suppliers and manage the process of their inclusion in the AVL;
• Perform relevant activities related to the preparation and execution of supplier and service agreements;
• Ensure that procurement and logistics activities comply with the company’s internal policies and procedures, as well as applicable legislation and regulatory requirements;
• Coordinate daily supply chain operations and ensure the timely resolution of arising issues;
• Maintain effective operational communication and coordination with suppliers, logistics partners, and other relevant departments;
• Collect and analyze supply chain data and prepare relevant reports;
• Compile data on KPIs, operational performance indicators, and supply chain risks, and present them to management;
• Participate in the implementation of initiatives aimed at improving supply chain processes;
• Ensure that supply chain documentation and records are maintained accurately and in a timely manner;
• Identify and analyze issues arising in supply chain activities and develop proposals for their resolution.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant professional experience in supply chain, procurement, logistics, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in Supply Chain Management and Engineering is considered an advantage.
• International professional certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, PMP, or equivalent are considered as an advantage.
• Proficiency in Azerbaijani and English is mandatory; knowledge of Russian is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with ERP systems is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, decision-making, communication, coordination, planning, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure, with a high level of integrity, accountability, and results orientation.

Working Conditions

• Five-day working week.
• Work location: Sumgayit city.
• Company-provided lunch and transportation.
• Voluntary medical insurance.

Candidates who meet the requirements are invited to send their CVs to the e-mail address in the Apply for job button, indicating “Lead Supply Chain Specialist” in the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.