Distribution Controller

Sab; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Distribution Controller, where you will manage distribution performance to meet customer requirements and optimize resources. You will lead projects, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while fostering a positive team environment. This role requires strong leadership skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving, making it ideal for goal-oriented individuals passionate about logistics.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in logistics and supply chain management.
• Computer literate.

Responsibilities

• Manage distribution performance and activities to surpass delivery challenges.
• Lead departmental projects and negotiate contractor costs.
• Develop and manage departmental annual budgets.

Skills

Creative

Goal-oriented

Dependable

Self-motivated

Education

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

Job description

Job Application Deadline End Date: May 14 (5 days left to apply)

Job Requisition ID:

Company Culture and Values

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It's who we are as a company, our culture, heritage, and future. We seek passionate, talented, and curious individuals and provide resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. Join us to be part of a team that dreams as big as you do.

Key Purpose

The Distribution Controller will manage distribution performance and activities to surpass delivery challenges, meet customer requirements, and optimize resource utilization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead departmental projects and negotiate contractor costs for the best economical prices.
2. Review departmental machine and manpower resources.
3. Manage team development and performance.
4. Lead strategic planning for the financial year, including insights for the Depot Business Plan.
5. Review master data, business descriptions, process mapping, service level management, routing, planning, and SLAs.
6. Develop and manage departmental annual budgets (fixed and variable costs).
7. Plan for peak periods and critical periods.
8. Manage customer and driver master data.
9. Conduct bi-annual customer service evaluations and analyze feedback for improvements.
10. Plan and manage trade visits and ensure compliance.
11. Manage the full beer return process.
12. Monitor safety and enforce critical behaviors.
13. Manage 3PL contractors and drive performance improvements.
14. Oversee supply chain transfers and adherence to plans.
15. Review SLAs and address non-compliance issues with stakeholders.
16. Lead weekly departmental performance meetings.
17. Address beer age issues with sales and develop action plans.
18. Prepare and analyze contractor payments.
19. Manage departmental costs to achieve budget targets.
20. Align business plans with sales and distribution strategies.
21. Support distribution team goals aligned with depot plans.
22. Calculate optimal fleet size and mix for cost-effectiveness and customer service.
23. Optimize fleet utilization through effective route planning and use of own vs. contracted transport.
24. Develop vehicle contingency plans.
25. Ensure statutory compliance of fleet and drivers.
26. Interpret and implement delivery schedules.
27. Analyze distribution performance metrics.
28. Translate business strategies into operational actions.
29. Manage distribution KPAs and leverage information systems.
30. Maintain a healthy industrial relations climate.
31. Manage personnel processes and performance of direct reports.
32. Communicate effectively within the workplace.

Key Attributes and Competencies

• Strong and assertive
• Creative
• Hardworking: goal-oriented
• Dependable: consistent follow-through
• Positive attitude
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• 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

Additional Information

Band: VII

SAB is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments follow our employment equity plan and talent requirements. The advert lists minimum requirements; additional criteria may be used for short-listing.

About Us

The South African Breweries (SAB) reimagines what a beer company can be, driven by our purpose: "We Dream Big to Create a Future With More Cheers." We are committed to more than just beer—fostering economic growth, sustainability, and responsible consumption in South Africa. SAB operates 7 breweries and 42 depots, with a workforce of approximately 5,000 employees, supporting over 100,000 jobs across the beer economy.