Logistics Manager

THE SKILLS MINE; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and manufacturing company in Johannesburg is seeking a seasoned manager to oversee operational activities in the warehouse. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Logistics Management, along with significant experience in Supply Chain or Manufacturing. Responsibilities include managing personnel, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. This position promises a strategic role in driving improvements and managing distribution activities.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years' Operational Management experience in Supply Chain or Manufacturing.
• 5 years' General Management experience in Logistics or Manufacturing.
• Experience in implementing WCM and driving CI projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage all warehouse personnel including performance management.
• Optimize efficient delivery of warehouse services.
• Coordinate delivery of services with operations.
• Develop and implement new business processes.
• Manage Inventory and Distribution activities.
• Deliver consistent operational and financial reporting.
• Ensure adherence to quality control systems, including ISO 9000.
• Drive World Class performance and CI initiatives.

Skills

Operational Management

Continuous Improvement

Six Sigma

SAP (SD, PP, MM modules)

Education

Bachelor of Commerce in Industrial Engineering or Logistics Management

Job description

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Commerce in Industrial Engineering or Logistics Management.
• A minimum of 8–10 years’ Operational Management experience within a Supply Chain or Manufacturing environment.
• A minimum of 5 years’ General Management experience in a small to medium Logistics or Manufacturing setting.
• Experience in implementing WCM and driving Continuous Improvement (CI) projects.
• Working knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies.
• Working knowledge of SAP (SD, PP, and MM modules).

Responsibilities

• Manage all warehouse personnel, including performance management and employee development.
• Benchmark, review, and introduce systems to optimise the efficient delivery of warehouse services in a sustainable manner.
• Coordinate delivery of services with the organisation’s operations to promote synergy and grow so as to provide strategic partnerships that enhance.
• The development and implementation of new business processes, handling equipment, product packaging, transport equipment, and resourcing as and when required by changes in business requirements or strategic direction.
• Effective management of Inventory and Distribution activities in and out of the warehouses, including the management of group tenants sharing these facilities.
• Delivery of consistent, accurate, and on-time reporting, which includes operational and financial analysis highlighting key risks and opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to all quality control systems, including ISO 9000.
• Drive the introduction of World Class performance and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate adherence to the PFG business integration planning and ensure order execution.