Distribution Manager : Western Cape

Bright City Talent; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Distribution Manager to lead and optimize their distribution operations. This role involves managing warehousing, inventory, and dispatch processes, ensuring efficient service delivery to suppliers while adhering to budget constraints. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in logistics and supply chain management, with a focus on team performance and operational excellence. Join a dynamic team in a role that offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's supply chain efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience in a supply chain-related role at a Supervisory level.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and knowledge of ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor distribution operations including warehousing and inventory management.
• Drive team performance and ensure strategic goals are met.

Skills

Team Management

Inventory Management

Logistics Coordination

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

BCom in Supply Chain Management

Industrial Engineering

Production Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

AutoCAD

Job description

The DISTRIBUTION MANAGER will be responsible for coordinating and monitoring Distribution operations such as warehousing, inventory management, receiving, WIP management, pallet management, waste stock, and dispatching, including all FG dispatching processes.

Ensures that all deliveries are safely completed as soon as possible while using the resources within budget in the warehouse. Provide efficient service to suppliers through effective receiving practices and support production activities by providing raw materials to each section accurately and timely as per the production plan.

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

Driving team performance, fostering employee growth, and ensuring strategic goals are met.

MANAGEMENT OF FINISHED GOODS, DISPATCH AND RAW MATERIAL

Provide direction, knowledge, and support to the Finished Goods Unit manager and the dispatch manager to ensure success in the warehouse & dispatch environment. Manage and coordinate the Warehousing functions so that stock is identifiable, easily retrievable, kept in good condition, storage space is optimized, and stock is rotated (FIFO).

This includes management of dispatch functions as well. Develop, maintain, and improve all SOPs and QFRs for the RM environment. Audit and review KPIs such as liTAT, loading accuracy, and weighbridge functions.

Qualifications and Experience Required

1. Bachelor's degree in Logistics, BCom in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or Production Management.
2. 5 years' experience in a supply chain-related function or environment, operating at a Supervisory level.
3. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
4. Knowledge of ERP systems will be an added advantage.
5. Knowledgeable in AutoCAD or Drafting program.

This role is based in Somerset West, Western Cape.