Logistics Controller

Tiger Brands; Potchefstroom; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG manufacturer in Potchefstroom is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to supervise loading operations, manage stock accuracy, and ensure compliance with food safety regulations. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of logistics experience and holds a diploma in logistics or supply chain management. This role demands strong communication, problem-solving skills, and a keen eye for detail to ensure operational efficiency and safety within the warehouse.

Qualifications

• 3+ Years experience in Logistics, Warehouse stock management.
• Customer experience in retail & wholesale.
• Food manufacturing experience in FMCG.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the loading of vehicles.
• Liaise with LCT Planner on the next day’s plan.
• Ensure FIFO is practiced in the warehouse.
• Inspect all inbound stock upon receipt.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Hygiene programs.

Skills

Supply Chain KPI’s

Logistics Administration

Operational requirements in FMCG

Food Safety and HACCP

Problem solving

Good Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Logistics/Supply Chain

Job description

Responsibilities

Outbound

• Supervise and coordinate the loading of vehicles to meet delivery requirements
• Review Open Orders Book daily
• Liaise with LCT Planner on the plan for the next day and confirm stocks.
• Ensure FIFO is practiced to prevent write offs in the Warehouse.
• Ensure that collecting Customers follow the Collection SOP at all time.

Inbound

• Ensure that all inbound stock is inspected upon receiving for visible damage, Expiry dates, Condition of the product.
• Ensure all stock received is Good Receipted Correctly and within 3 working days on Oracle
• Ensure In transit reports are run timeously and cleared.

Expenses

• Ensure all our expenses are within Budget
• Manage outsourced 3PL service providers .
• Ensure timely processing of POs and receipting
• Overtime Management.
• Staff Management.

Inventory

• Manage stock counts accuracy to 99.5%.
• Oversee daily, weekly and monthly stocktaking and inline with SOP.
• Ensure all stock movements to damages is done timeously to avoid stock losses.
• Manage FIFO Principles.
• Daily stock recons

Compliance

• Ensure that the company Food Safety and Hygiene programs is adhered to
• Ensure all safety rules and regulations (legal requirements) are complied with at all times.
• Responsible for the development and training of all employees in the distribution department and ensure that the training requirements are budgeted for.

Qualifications

Key Professional Competencies

Core knowledge

• Supply Chain KPI’s, Logistics Administration & Operational requirements in an FMCG Company. Food Safety and HACCP Requirements.

Key foundational competencies

• Academic – Diploma in Logistics/ Supply Chain, Computer Literacy, Flair for Figures , Problem solving, Decision making, Good Communication skills.
• Leadership –Influencing others, driving long-term results, developing myself & others, staying a step-ahead, managing change.
• Personal Effectiveness –Effective communication, Interpersonal skills, Integrity, Creativity, Continuous Learning, Attention to detail

Experience

• Function –3+ Years experience in Logistics, Warehouse stock management with customer experience in retail & wholesale.
• Industry – FMCG Food manufacturing

About Us

Tiger Brands is proudly Africa’s largest listed manufacturers of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). We impact lives every day with our iconic, award-winning brands. Our core business is the manufacture, market and distribute everyday branded food and beverages. Our products are relevant across every meal occasion and are well positioned to grow.

Being a food company means we’re an intimate part of everybody's daily lives and that’s why we get loud and proud about exploring further, roaring louder and growing together.

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.