Logistics Manager, East London

Logistics Manager required for an automotive company based in East London 

Job requirements: 

• Degree/Diploma (preferably Logistics or Purchasing Management)
• MDP or relevant business management qualification (advantageous)
• At least 5 years Logistics Management experience in a unionised environment
• Strong business acumen with regards to cost consciousness, efficiency improvement and production planning
• Knowledge in business intelligence portals and capable to generate own reports
• Ability to lead and motivate employees towards achieving a set of predetermined targets
• Working knowledge of applicable labour legislation in the South African context
• Advanced knowledge in MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint
• Knowledge of Baan ERP system
• Knowledge of TS 16949, ISO14001 and ISO 45001
• The ability to speak German will be advantageous

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 

• Ensure that material and components required in manufacturing is available timeously
• Manage material and finish goods inventories in line with annual budget
• Ensure that cycle counts are conducted and that stock adjustments are done timeously
• Ensure that forecast are submitted to suppliers and the timeous arrival of imported and local components.
• Manage and report on monthly KPI’s related to the logistics department
• Compile annual financial budget for logistics department
• Communication to OEM’s regarding any logistic related issues
• Ensure that all subordinates are trained and working according to the L+W management systems
• Participate in the introduction of new projects
• Maintain a safe and accident free work environment
• Create an environment of effectiveness, efficiency and optimum performance of employees by providing direction, motivation and development in line with operational objectives

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.