Main Job Function
Key responsibilities:
• Support the growth strategy for the lines of business to grow the revenue and profit
• Management and report on Service Level Agreements (including overseeing management information reports)
• Translate the requirements of lines of business into operational plans for the functions reporting in, to ensure timely service delivery at right cost and quality, aligned to overall sub- divisional strategy
• Monitor and enforce compliance of all standard operating procedures are in place for all areas and monitor and enforce compliance
• Maximize the efficiency and productivity levels of the operation, ensure compliance with agreed standards, continuously seek to optimize processes and find value add opportunities for the division
• Enable profit centers to meet all operational targets, by managing efficiency and continuous improvement
• Ensure that effective management controls and good governance practices are in place
• Perform financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting and analysis of data
• Build effective, value-adding, transparent relationships with all stakeholders through regular communication and reporting
• Identify opportunities and negotiate agreements with service providers and internal stakeholders
• Evaluate technology and capital requirements as determined by the tactical plan of the division
• Actively manage/assist and implement capital projects within the division
• Plan for, select, develop and retain suitable staff to ensure a high-performance team
• Establish efficient security, stock control and optimum storage conditions for all the product lines
• Oversee the processing of all inbound and outbound orders and ensure the maintenance of accurate records of all goods in and out of storage
• Report on production, resources and facilities monthly
• Constantly seeking new ways to improve DC efficiency and cost effectiveness
• Conduct regular health & safety inspections to ensure hygiene standards are maintained to the highest level possible and in compliance with legislative requirements
Requirements/Experience:
• Relevant degree or diploma in logistics; MBA or a commercial qualification.
• At least 10 years’ experience in warehousing within a distribution environment, with at least 5 at a management level
• Knowledge and understanding of warehousing and distribution
• Sound knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation
• Proficient in relevant software packages and applications
• Experience in Warehouse Management Systems
• Previous experience with Book Master would prove advantageous.
Skills and competencies:
• Sound managerial and supervisory skills
• Results orientation with a strong customer focus
• Good problem-solving skills, coupled with sound interpersonal skills
• High level of attention to detail, with a focus on quality of output
• Planning and organizing skills
• Critical thinking
• A keen focus on quality and compliance standards.
A Consultant will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the position. Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not have been contacted within 2 weeks. We will keep your CV on our database and contact you should you match the criteria of any other vacancies.
To apply for this job email your details to Sharonsmit@armstrongappointments.com