DISTRIBUTION CONTROLLER

AB InBev Africa; Ga-Rankuwa; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage company in Gauteng is seeking a Distribution Manager to oversee logistics performance and ensure efficient operations. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree in Supply Chain or Logistics and at least 5 years of experience in supply chain management. Key responsibilities include managing departmental performance, leading projects, and optimizing distribution processes. This role offers a chance to contribute to a dynamic team that values innovation and customer service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in logistics and supply chain management.
• Strong work ethic: Goal-oriented and achievement-focused.
• Dependable: Consistently follow through.

Responsibilities

• Manage distribution performance and activities to meet customer requirements.
• Lead departmental projects and negotiate contractor costs.
• Oversee business descriptions, process mapping, and service level management.

Skills

Strong and assertive

Compliance-driven

Creative

Goal-oriented

Dependable

Self-motivated

Education

Relevant 3-year tertiary degree/diploma in Supply Chain or Logistics

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

Key Purpose

The Key Purpose of this role is to manage Distribution performance and activities to surpass delivery challenges and meet customer requirements while ensuring optimal utilization of company resources.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead departmental DPO (Distribution Process Optimization) implementation
• Lead departmental projects and negotiate contractor costs to achieve the best economical prices
• Review department machine and manpower resources
• Manage team development and performance
• Lead your team and prepare a strategic plan for the financial year with insights for the Depot Business Plan
• Review Master Data
• Oversee Business descriptions, Process Mapping, Service Level Management, Routing
• Plan and manage SLAs, including high volume periods
• Develop departmental annual budget (Fixed and Variables) and manage costs throughout the year
• Set and cascade team and individual goals
• Develop peak sizing and planning for critical periods
• Manage Customer and Driver master data
• Conduct bi-annual Customer service evaluations and analyze feedback with action plans
• Plan and manage trade visits and ensure compliance
• Manage full beer return process
• Monitor safety and enforce critical behaviors
• Manage 3PL contractors and drive performance improvements
• Manage supply chain transfers and ensure adherence to plans
• Review all SLAs and address non-compliance issues with stakeholders
• Lead weekly departmental performance meetings to review trends and plan improvements
• Address beer age issues with sales via action plans
• Prepare and analyze contractor payments
• Manage departmental costs to achieve budget
• Align business plan with Sales and Distribution strategy
• Support Distribution team goals aligned with the Depot business plan
• Calculate delivery fleet size and mix for cost and service efficiency
• Optimize fleet utilization through effective use of own vs. contracted transport and route planning
• Ensure vehicle contingency plans are in place for replacements
• Ensure fleet and drivers comply with statutory requirements
• Maintain fleet assets
• Interpret and implement delivery schedules
• Assure product quality
• Analyze and respond to distribution performance metrics
• Translate business strategies into actionable plans
• Ensure optimal asset utilization
• Manage distribution key performance areas
• Enhance marketplace competitiveness
• Leverage information systems effectively
• Manage the budget process and control departmental costs
• Manage CAPIN budget process
• Maintain a healthy industrial relations climate
• Manage personnel processes and performance
• Communicate effectively in the workplace

Key Attributes and Competencies:

• Strong and assertive
• Compliance-driven
• Creative
• Strong work ethic: Goal-oriented and achievement-focused
• Dependable: Consistently follow through
• Positive attitude: Foster a good environment
• Self-motivated: Work effectively with little supervision

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant 3-year tertiary degree/diploma, preferably in Supply Chain or Logistics
• At least 5 years’ experience in logistics and supply chain management
• Computer literate with proficiency in MS Office

Additional Information:

• Band: VII

SAB/AB InBev is an equal opportunity employer, committed to gender equality. Internal applicants require Line manager approval. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.