with procurement managers and buyers to source the right products1.negotiate contracts with suppliers and customers2.control manufacturing and delivery processes3.plan and implement logistical strategy, ensuring targets are met4.oversee product storage, handling and distribution5.use computer software to track goods from origin to delivery6.work on forecasts and inventories, keeping an accurate record of the process and analyzing performance7.manage the costs involved while maintaining quality8.ensure you're aware of exactly what is happening throughout the supply chain9.manage and motivate a team of supply chain staff10.improve the overall supply chain performance and look for any possible innovations to the process11.develop new and existing relationships with suppliers12.manage and minimize the risks (for example operational or reputational) that could affect or interruptthe supply chain13. implement new technologies and stay alert to new trends and developments in the sector