Distribution Manager

·         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

·         Addressing 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

·         Grade 12

·         Commercial / Operations Degree preferred

·         SAPICS certification 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