Distribution Centres (Dc) General Manager – Durban

Career Circuit; Durban; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a General Manager to lead Warehouse Operations and ensure optimal performance across Inventory and Transport Management. This pivotal role requires a seasoned professional with 8-12 years of experience in Senior Distribution Centre Operations, particularly in the FMCG sector. You will be responsible for building operational capacity, maintaining quality standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Join a dynamic team where your leadership will directly impact the success of the Distribution Centre and contribute to a sustainable food culture. If you are ready to take on this challenge, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• 8-12 years in Senior Distribution Centre Operational Management.
• Experience in Warehousing, Transport, FMCG, and Supply Chain Management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Warehouse Operations, Inventory, Transport Operations, and Customer Service.
• Ensure driver health and safety and foster a conscious food culture.

Skills

Warehouse Management

Inventory Management

Transport Management

Customer Service

Continuous Improvement

People Management

Health & Safety Management

Education

Grade 12

Tertiary Degree in Business/Supply Chain Management

MBA

Tools

MS Office Suite

Advanced MS Excel

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Microsoft Great Plains

Job description

The General Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing Warehouse Operations, Inventory, Transport Operations, and Customer Service within their region.

They are accountable for ensuring driver health and safety and fostering a conscious food culture.

The role involves building and monitoring operational capacity and processes to guarantee the sustainability of Distribution Centre operations, maintaining appropriate costs and quality standards.

Key Functional Responsibilities: Warehouse, Inventory & Transport Management, Customer Service, Continuous Improvement, Reporting, Costs and Budgeting, Master Delivery Schedule, Risk, People Management. The list is not exhaustive; additional subsidiary tasks may be required, which will be within the employee's training, experience, or occupational capabilities, without loss of remuneration or status.

Experience Required: 8-12 years in Senior Distribution Centre Operational Management within Warehousing & Distribution, Transport, FMCG, QRS, or similar industries.

Work Experience: Senior Operational Management including Warehouse, Inventory, Transport, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Shift, Health & Safety, Facility & Asset Management, Contingency Planning, Continuous Improvement, Multi-temperature Stock Management, Multi-site and Multi-cultural Organization Management, Strategy Formulation and Execution, People Management, Performance and Attendance Management, Disciplinary Processes, Unionized Workforce Management, Culture Development, Organizational Planning, and Change Management.

Qualifications: Grade 12, relevant tertiary degree or Honours in Business/Supply Chain Management; MBA is advantageous.

Computer Literacy: MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Projects, Word, Outlook), Advanced MS Excel, Warehouse Management System (WMS), and Microsoft Great Plains accounting software.