DC Debrief Supervisor - KZN DC (New Germany)

Dis-Chem Pharmacies; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmacy and healthcare retail group in KwaZulu-Natal seeks a DC Debrief Supervisor to enhance operational excellence in their distribution centre. Responsibilities include managing vehicle routing, stock debrief processes, and ensuring efficient communication with drivers and customers. The role requires Grade 12 and at least 3 years of experience in logistics. Additional benefits include market-related salary, medical aid, and provident fund. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Benefits

Market related salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Staff account

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in Distribution, Logistics or Supply Chain.
• Must be a South African citizen with a clear criminal record.

Responsibilities

• Ensure optimal route and space planning.
• Manage the routing of vehicles for efficiency.
• Arrange returns and collections as per instructions.
• Monitor and report on stock returns and credits.
• Ensure clear communication with Drivers and customers.

Skills

Critical and analytical thinking

English proficiency

Knowledge of SAP EWM

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12 - Matric

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ warehouse in KZN DC (New Germany) has an opportunity available for a DC Debrief Supervisor to join their team. The main responsibilities will be to achieve operational excellence within the Dis-Chem Distribution Centres in regard to the management of the debriefing function in line with Dis-Chem’s Standard Operating Procedure.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 - Matric
• Minimum 3 Years relevant experience in Distribution, Logistics or Supply Chain Environment

Job Specification

• Ensure optimal route and space planning to meet the day-to-day strategic objectives
• Manage the routing of vehicles to ensure optimum utilisation and vehicle turnaround times
• Ensure that maintenance is carried out within the requirement of the vehicle operational requirement and maintain accurate records of vehicles
• Arrange returns and collection as per the uplift instruction documents of stocks, which must be tracked throughout the return process
• Manage returned, cancelled stock back to transport and warehouse and ensure proper handover processes
• Monitor exception, credit and outstanding Proof of Delivery reports
• Ensure efficient debrief process to avoid the build-up of stock or delay in credits and stock put away
• Report on short and extra stock and conduct investigations
• Coordinate damaged stock – transport and warehouse
• Ensure effective and efficient resolution and communication of internal and external customer day‑to‑day queries
• Ensure clear communication at all times with Drivers/Van Assistant
• Ensure that all deliveries are delivered in full, on time and to the correct customer
• Ensure that all customer related operational queries are efficiently resolved and feedback is given to customers and special orders are prioritised

Competencies – Essential

• Critical and analytical thinking
• Optimize cost savings, while ensuring fleet reliability
• English – Read, write and speak. Reading comprehension, writing. 2nd Language – Read, write and speak
• Demonstrate knowledge of relevant computer packages, SAP EWM, Microsoft – Excel, Word and Outlook and be able to capture information and produce reports
• Accountability and Dependability
• Basic quality orientation
• Accuracy
• Attention to detail
• Be able to lead, motivate and inspire others
• Controlling progress

Special Conditions of Employment

• South African Citizen
• MIE, clear criminal and credit
• Driver’s license and own reliable transport
• Be able to adapt to working hours according to business needs
• Be able to work any shift i.e. day, night, weekends, holidays and overtime as per business and operational requirements
• May at times need to lift or move heavy boxes – ensure health and safety standards

Remuneration and Benefits

• Market related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

Important Note

ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN'T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.