Logistics Manager at PG Group

PG Group (Pty) Ltd; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Germiston is seeking a Logistics Manager to oversee warehousing and transport operations. This role involves ensuring safety, optimizing processes, and managing personnel. The ideal candidate has a BCom degree and extensive experience in supply chain management, including warehouse and transport environments. Strong leadership and planning skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of operational management experience in a supply chain or manufacturing environment.
• 5 years of general management experience in a logistics or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in implementing WCM & driving Continuous Improvement projects.
• Working knowledge of Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Manage all warehouse personnel and operations.
• Ensure adherence to quality control systems including ISO 9000.
• Manage departmental budget and costs.
• Ensure safety in the logistics environment in accordance with the OSH Act.
• Participate in setting up new operations and training staff.

Skills

Business Acumen

Planning & Organising skills

People Management and Interactive Skills

Negotiation skills

Conflict Management

Financial Management Skills

Presentation, Facilitation and Communication skills

Problem Solving & Analytical skills

Change Management and Continuous Improvement

Project Management

Influential Leadership Skills

Decision Making skills

Coaching & Mentoring skills

Education

BCom Degree in Industrial Engineering or Logistics Management

Grade 12

Tools

SAP (SD, PP and MM)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Introduction

Vacancy: Logistics Manager PFG
Location: Springs, Gauteng

Main Job Purpose

Manage all PFG warehousing and Transport Operations to ensure a Safe and Efficient operation and to service and support the PFG customer base in a sustainable manner across all markets.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage all warehouse personnel, including Performance management and employee development.
• Benchmark, review and introduce systems to optimise efficient delivery of warehouse services in a sustainable manner.
• Coordinate delivery of services with other PG Group Operations to promote synergy and grow 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 include operational and financial analysis highlighting key risk 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
• Manage departmental budget and costs and Develop Capex plan for the development and implementation of new warehouse and transport initiatives over a three-year window.
• Manage and Control Safety in the Logistics environment to ensure a safe and functional work environment in line with OSH Act and PFG Requirements across all Warehouse and Transport Operations.
• Participate in assisting customers and other PG Group Companies to set up and start new operations, including Facility selection, Material Handling and Racking selection, assistance with facility layouts and the training of staff to safely handle glass.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Qualification(s)

• Grade 12.
• BCom Degree in Industrial Engineering or Logistics Management.

Experience

• 8-10 Years of Operational Management Experience in Supply Chain Environment or Manufacturing environment.
• 5 Years General Management in a small to medium Logistics or Manufacturing environment.
• Warehouse Environment.
• Transport Environment.
• Planning Environment.
• Procurement Environment.
• Experience in implementing WCM & driving CI Projects.
• Working knowledge of Six Sigma.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of relevant legislation (LRA, OSH Act & Road Traffic Act) & transport.
• Working knowledge of SAP (SD, PP and MM).
• Microsoft Proficiency (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS BI).
• Warehouse & Transport Management.
• Transport Management.
• Human Resource Management.
• Continuous improvement and World Class Manufacturing systems.
• Contract Management.
• Working knowledge in Logistics & Supply Chain Management.
• Financial Management.
• Quality Management.
• Project Management.
• Diverse work experience in different organisational functions and areas.

Skills

• Business Acumen.
• Planning & Organising skills.
• People Management and Interactive Skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Conflict Management.
• Financial Management Skills.
• Presentation, Facilitation and Communication skills.
• Problem Solving & Analytical skills.
• Change Management and Continuous Improvement.
• Project Management.
• Influential Leadership Skills.
• Decision Making skills.
• Coaching & Mentoring skills.