The supply chain officer is responsible for ensuring proper maintenance of store inventory. This includes replenishing items that have sold out on the sales floor and clearly marking price changes on items.
He spends much of his time working in the backroom of a store, receiving and processing items as they arrive and preparing them for the sales floor. This includes performing tasks like putting security tags on merchandise and verifying that the correct number of items has arrived in each shipment.
The supply chain officer also creates product displays to promote store sales, promotions and special product offerings.
Must have bachelors or masters degree in Suppluy Chain Management.
He may receive cross-training in an additional department to provide assistance during busy periods.
Also, he may have to work overtime during peak times when the store receives extra business, such as holidays. Supply chai officer may have to work a variety of day and night shifts, depending on the needs of the store.