Logistic Manager

Pro Tem Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job description

Working hours : Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm

• Office based role : will work full time at either our Hyde Park, JHB office, or our

Rondebosch, CPT office depending on where candidate lives.

Job Brief

We are looking for a reliable Logistics Manager to be responsible for the overall supply

chain management. We are looking for this candidate to also be a competent Inventory

Manager to monitor and report on the company’s inventory. The job is important since the

efficient handling of the company’s products and supplies is critical for the attainment of

business goals. In addition we require the candidate to have knowledge and understanding

of Cost Accounting. They will be responsible for establishing product costs, valuation of

inventory and preparation of forecasts of inventory. And finally they need to have

experience with imports management too.

1) Logistics Manager responsibilities include organizing and monitoring storage and

distribution of goods.

The goal is to manage the entire order cycle so as to enhance business development

and ensure sustainability and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Strategically plan and manage logistics, warehouse, transportation and customer

services

• Direct, optimize and coordinate full order cycle
• Liaise and negotiate with suppliers, manufacturers, retailers and consumers
• Keep track of quality, quantity, stock levels, delivery times, transport costs and
• Arrange warehouse, catalogue goods
• Resolve any arising problems or complaints
• Meet cost, productivity, accuracy and timeliness targets
• Maintain metrics and analyze data to assess performance and implement

improvements

• Comply with laws, regulations and ISO requirement

Requirements and skills

• Proven working experience as a Logistics Manager
• Record of successful distribution and logistics management
• Demonstrable ability to lead and manage staff
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects
• BS in Business Administration, Logistics or Supply Chain

2) Inventory Manager includes a reliable professional with excellent record-keeping

abilities.

The goal is to ensure that all business operations have adequate stock to achieve

their objectives.

Responsibilities

• Devise ways to optimize inventory control procedures
• Inspect the levels of business supplies to identify shortages
• Ensure product stock is adequate for all distribution channels and can cover

direct demand from customers

• Record daily deliveries and shipments to reconcile inventory
• Use software to monitor demand and document characteristics of inventory
• Place orders to replenish stock avoiding insufficiencies or excessive surplus
• Analyze data to anticipate future needs
• Evaluate suppliers to achieve cost-effective deals and maintain trust

relationships

• Collaborate with warehouse employees and other staff to ensure business goals

are met

• Report to upper management on stock levels, issues etc.

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as inventory manager or similar position
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods
• Working knowledge of inventory management software (e.g. ERP)
• Ability to accurately track inventory and create reports
• An analytical mind with strong math skills
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Reliable and trustworthy
• BSc / BA in business administration. logistics or relevant field;
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CPIM) will be a plus

3) Inventory Cost Accounting

Responsibilities

• Product costing, standard cost updates, analysis of cost variance, and preparation

of cost reports

• Handling inventory, reporting, and reconciliations
• Performing month-end closing activities and ensuring financial accounting related

to revenue and costing is completed in a timely and accurate manner

Requirements and skills

• You are a Qualified Accountant (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• You have prior experience in handling the full spectrum of Accounting functions

which include Costing Accounting, Full Set Forecasting, and Reporting.

• You are well versed in the MS Office suite. Knowledge of Palladium, Pastel

Evolution, or similar accounting software.

• You are a strong team player, organized, and possess high attention to detail.
• You possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

4) Import Export Manager

Responsibilities

• They ensure that shipment is done in accordance with the rules and regulation of

Import and Export.

• They deal with the insurance, tariffs and quotas.
• They make categories of the shipment according to tariff coding system. It also deals

with discussing with custom agents to ensure shipment is done through customs.

• They also negotiate to reduce taxes and duties owed.

Major role of these professionals lies in managing shipment of goods.

• They track the location of shipment.
• They use best and most economical method to prepare for goods of the shipment.
• They also deals with warehousing, transportation or distribution of goods.
• They ensure the implementation of the correct amount for the insurance over the

shipment.

Requirements for this position

• Most positions require a bachelor degree for this post or an experience of five years
• Computer and management skills are also required for this position.
• Proficiency in other language is also desirable