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You will drive inventory availability, optimise replenishment planning, coordinate suppliers and logistics partners, and proactively mitigate supply risks to support operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and working capital objectives. If you are a proactive supply chain professional with strong coordination skills and a passion for delivering results in an international environment, this could be the opportunity for you!\nYour Mission\n\nCoordinate all import and export activities, including providing clearing instructions to appointed clearing agents.\nManage replenishment planning and inventory availability across all DRC locations and business lines.\nDrive stock optimisation, backorder recovery, and critical shortage resolution through effective supply planning.\nMonitor inventory health, reduce excess and obsolete stock, and support inventory balancing initiatives.\nCoordinate suppliers, Product Companies, RDCs, GDCs, and logistics partners to ensure timely inbound deliveries.\nAnalyse supply chain performance, prepare reports, and implement corrective actions to improve service levels.\nLead continuous improvement initiatives focused on supply reliability, process efficiency, and cost reduction.\nYour Profile\nBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, Business Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.\nMinimum 5 years' experience in supply planning, inventory management, replenishment, procurement, or inbound logistics.\nStrong expertise in supply planning, inventory optimisation, and supplier management.\nAdvanced analytical, problem-solving, and reporting capabilities with strong Excel and ERP system proficiency.\nExcellent stakeholder management, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.\nExperience in OEM, mining, manufacturing, automotive, or distribution environments; APICS certification and Lean/Six Sigma exposure will be advantageous.\nLocation and other info\n Location: Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)\nReporting to: Regional Inbound Supply Manager Africa\nWhy Work at Epiroc\nAt Epiroc, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a global organisation where collaboration, continuous improvement and operational excellence are central to how we work, and driving innovation and sustainability are key. You will work with diverse teams across multiple regions, influence critical supply chain decisions, and contribute directly to business performance.\nAt Epiroc, your ideas matter, your development is supported, and your success helps shape the future of our industry. If you are passionate about supply chain and logistics and ready to develop your experience in a dynamic regional environment, we would like to hear from you!\nApplication information\nLast Date to Apply: 11 November 2026\nIf you are interested in this opportunity and meet the requirements, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Only candidates who meet the role requirements will be considered as part of the selection process.\n\nIt all starts with people. The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. 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