Weekly Material Sourcing & Inventory Position Report
Track and analyze the material sourcing pipeline and inventory positions across key raw materials and components, focusing on stock levels, supplier performance, and potential supply chain risks to ensure optimal inventory management and production continuity.
Report Objective
Monitor raw material inventory levels, supplier delivery performance, and sourcing pipeline health to maintain optimal stock positions while minimizing excess inventory and stockout risks. Track key materials across all product categories with emphasis on high-volume and critical components.
Current Inventory Position
Bar charts showing inventory levels against targets and safety stock thresholds
Questions to Consider:
Which materials are at risk of stockout in the next 4 weeks?
Are there materials significantly above target stock levels?
How do current stock levels compare to seasonal requirements?
What is the total value of excess inventory vs. stockout risk?
Which materials are furthest from target levels?
Are there common characteristics among materials with excess stock?
What is the total value of inventory deviations?
How many materials are below safety stock levels?
What is the replenishment timeline for at-risk materials?
Are there seasonal factors affecting stock levels?
Supplier Performance & Pipeline
Line charts tracking supplier delivery performance and open orders
Questions to Consider:
Are there any concerning trends in supplier lead times?
Which suppliers have the highest variance in delivery performance?
What is the status of critical material orders in transit?
How do actual vs. committed delivery dates compare?
What is causing the recent changes in OTIF performance?
Are there specific suppliers driving the trend?
How does this compare to historical performance?
Which suppliers are showing the largest lead time increases?
How do current lead times compare to contracted terms?
What is the impact on safety stock requirements?
Material Cost & Variance Analysis
Tables and trend analysis of material costs and usage variances
Questions to Consider:
What is the trend in key material costs?
Are there significant variances in material usage vs. standard?
Which materials show the highest price volatility?