DC Operations Leader: Efficiency & Impact

PepsiCo Deutschland GmbH; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo Deutschland GmbH seeks a Warehouse/Distribution Centre Operations Lead to manage the Central Distribution Centre in Germiston, ensuring timely service to internal and external customers at optimal cost and within safety and quality standards.

You will drive end-to-end DC processes, implement SOPs, monitor KPIs, manage Capex, and ensure inventory accuracy while prioritising safety and efficiency. A strong background in FMCG logistics and leadership is required.

Qualifications

• Eight years of FMCG, logistics and supply chain experience across field and HO
• Four years in logistics, inventory, planning or go-to-market roles; Lean Six Sigma knowledge
• Five years of operational leadership experience and capability
• Change management experience with strong analytical skills
• Transport management capability and related knowledge
• Excellent internal and external communication, influencer and negotiation skills
• Ability to set and prioritise short-, mid-, and long-term objectives
• Bachelor’s in Supply Chain/Logistics or related field; postgraduate qualification preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end distribution center operations, including receiving, put-away, storage, picking, packing and delivery to customers and post-delivery invoicing
• Establish SOPs and processes for stock verification, handling of stale inventory, transfers and replenishment
• Maintain warehouse overheads within budget and monitor KPIs to meet performance targets
• Track and analyze KPI reports; investigate deviations and take corrective actions
• Ensure safe operations, equipment maintenance and maximized equipment capacity
• Maintain inventory accuracy and health through regular counts and control measures
• Implement FIFO to ensure product freshness and minimize write-offs
• Capex planning and execution; optimize throughput and productivity
• Ensure security of Warehouse Management System data and access
• Coordinate cost management projects and channel costs across plant/distribution/supply chain
• Drive operational excellence program and define clear KPIs and process maps
• Communicate delays proactively to customers and maintain service levels (Fill rate and On-time Delivery)
• Maintain quality standards (IRA 95%, 700+ AIB rating) and non-conforming issue resolution
• Plan shifts, manage attendance, training needs and disciplinary actions

Skills

Experience 8+ yrs

Logistics & planning

Operational leadership

Change management

Analytical abilities

Transport management

Communication/Negotiation

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor in Supply Chain/Logistics

Postgraduate qualification preferred

Job description

PepsiCo Deutschland GmbH seeks a Warehouse/Distribution Centre Operations Lead to manage the Central Distribution Centre in Germiston, ensuring timely service to internal and external customers at optimal cost and within safety and quality standards.

You will drive end-to-end DC processes, implement SOPs, monitor KPIs, manage Capex, and ensure inventory accuracy while prioritising safety and efficiency. A strong background in FMCG logistics and leadership is required.