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Work with international TCF supply chains

Work with international TCF supply chains

Unit of competency
National Code
MSTGN5003
State Code
BAV74
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/07/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/12/2016
Field of Education
080311 - International Business
Original Release Date
01/12/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to work with international textiles, clothing and footwear (TCF) supply chains.The unit of competency applies to working with international suppliers and customers of goods and services, according to established contractual agreements. Work involves the application of initiative and judgement, and sensitivity to cultural or language differences.This unit of competency is applicable to all sectors of the TCF industry.Working with international suppliers and customers includes implementing import and export practices, building commercial relationships, and working effectively with local customs, communications and industry work practices.Work may be conducted in small to large scale enterprises and may involve individual and team activities.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, drawings, job sheets or work instructions
2 Prepare to work with international supply chain
  • 2.1 Identify members in the international supply chain for products or services within area of responsibility
  • 2.2 Determine value added by each supplier
  • 2.3 Identify supplier characteristics and practices, and any acute or chronic issues affecting suppliers
  • 2.4 Identify import and export regulations and practices of relevant country
  • 2.5 Research local customs and workplace practices and identify relevant factors affecting supply chain operations
  • 2.6 Access and assess information on local industry markets and conditions and identify transportation and shipping practices
3 Confirm relationships with international suppliers or customers
  • 3.1 Review past relations with suppliers or customers to identify relationship history
  • 3.2 Confirm specifications for international contracts
  • 3.3 Identify quality assurance processes and confirm communication channels
  • 3.4 Establish and maintain ongoing communication to foster positive commercial relations
  • 3.5 Identify and adhere to relevant Australian and international export and import regulations
4 Monitor international supply operations
  • 4.1 Check compliance of international suppliers or customers with specified contractual requirements
  • 4.2 Communicate and monitor required quality standards
  • 4.3 Identify, report and record non-compliance and investigate to determine causes
  • 4.4 Seek feedback from overseas contact
5 Contribute to implementing and recording improvements to global production operations
  • 5.1 Review outcomes of monitoring and feedback
  • 5.2 Identify opportunities for corrective or preventative action to improve commercial relationship with international suppliers or customers
  • 5.3 Recommend and activate corrective or preventative action, where appropriate.
  • 5.4 Communicate changes to relevant personnel in a logical and easily understood manner
  • 5.5 Monitor changes to confirm production efficiency improves
  • 5.6 Maintain international production and supply documentation, monitor records and prepare reports, where necessary
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W7338 LMTGN5003B Work with international textiles, clothing and footwear supply chains Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBA15 MSTGN5011 Work with international TCF supply chains Unit of competency