Distribution Manager, Port Elizabeth

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Our client is seeking an experienced Distribution Manager to join the Port Elizabeth team.

Responsibilities

Ensure that stock holding is managed as per the policy

Monitor stock turns, stock holding costs and ABC Classification

Introduce management controls to mitigate stock variances / losses

Manage product classification and storage locations accordingly

Manage stock rotation and traceability

Manage warehousing / inventory related data, reports and KPI’s

Managing inventory levels and ensuring accurate stock counts

Oversee the receiving, storage, and organizing of goods in the warehouse

Monitor inventory levels, identify discrepancies, and implement measures to prevent stockouts or excess inventory

Coordinate shipments and ensure timely deliveries

Work closely with Logistics and Demand Planners, Transport Services and Maintenance Providers, Branch Admin Controller and other stakeholders to schedule and track shipments

Ensure that all necessary documentation, such as shipping labels and customs forms, are properly prepared

Managing the Despatch Teams: Order Pickers, MHE Operators, Cage Checkers, Debriefing Clerk and Supervising personnel and providing guidance, support and required training

Monitoring and analysing distribution performance of each delivery route, region and delivery crew/truck to identify areas for improvement and cost containment/reduction

Ensuring compliance with OHS Act, LRA, Company Policies/Procures and Road Traffic Act, AARTO

Implementing measures to enhance distribution efficiency, costs and resource utilization

Plan, sequence and schedule: order picking, stock replenishment, and customer deliveries

Coordinating transportation and shipment activities

Collect, analyze performance data to improve the despatch processes

Submit regular monthly Operational Performance Reports to the HOD Supply Chain

Address any distribution-related issues or delay

Deploy mitigating controls, i.e. GEMBA Walk, to ensure all Food Safety Risks are identified and reported

Maintain a register of non-conformances and institute the appropriate corrective actions to maintain a food safe environment across all Despatch Business Processes

Requirements

Commercial/ Operations Degree preferred

Minimum 5– 10 years Warehouse / Distribution Management experience

Team leadership experience

Food / food ingredient manufacturing industry experience preferred

Broader planning / supply chain experience / exposure preferred

Advanced MS Office skills

Proficient in Syspro / Sage or SAP

Proficiency in using Warehouse Management Systems

Familiarity with OHS Act, LRA, and BCEA

Ability to operate forklifts and other machinery

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