Logistics Manager (Inbound and Outbound)

Profile Personnel; East London; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics management company is seeking a qualified Logistics Manager in East London, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a Degree/Diploma in Logistics/Purchasing Management and at least 5 years of experience in a unionised environment. Responsibilities include managing inventories, ensuring timely material availability, and leading the logistics team to achieve targets. Strong skills in MS Office and ERP systems are required. Candidates must attach certified copies of their ID and qualifications.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of Logistics Management experience in a unionised environment.
• Strong understanding of imports and overseas suppliers.
• Good grip of the customs clearance process.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely availability of materials and components in manufacturing.
• Manage material and finished goods inventories per annual budget.
• Conduct cycle counts and timely stock adjustments.
• Report on monthly KPI’s related to logistics department.
• Compile annual financial budget for logistics department.

Skills

Logistics Management

Business Acumen

Cost Consciousness

Team Leadership

ERP Systems Knowledge

Inventory Management

Communication Skills

Education

Degree/Diploma in Logistics or Purchasing Management

MDP or relevant business management qualification

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Baan ERP System

Job description

Job requirements

• Degree/Diploma (preferably Logistics or Purchasing Management)
• MDP or relevant business management qualification (advantageous)
• At least 5 years Logistics Management experience in a unionised environment
• Must have very good understanding of imports and overseas suppliers
• Have a very good grip of the customs clearance process
• Strong business acumen with regards to cost consciousness, efficiency improvement and production planning
• Knowledge in business intelligence portals and capable to generate own reports
• Ability to lead and motivate employees towards achieving a set of predetermined targets
• Working knowledge of applicable labour legislation in the South African context
• Advanced knowledge in MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint
• Knowledge of Baan ERP system
• Knowledge of TS 16949, ISO14001 and ISO 45001

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following

• Ensure that material and components required in manufacturing is available timeously
• Manage material and finish goods inventories in line with annual budget
• Ensure that cycle counts are conducted and that stock adjustments are done timeously
• Ensure that forecasts are submitted to suppliers and the timeous arrival of imported and local components.
• Manage and report on monthly KPI’s related to the logistics department
• Compile annual financial budget for logistics department
• Communication to OEM’s regarding any logistic related issues
• Ensure that all subordinates are trained and working according to management systems
• Participate in the introduction of new projects
• Maintain a safe and accident-free work environment
• Create an environment of effectiveness, efficiency and optimum performance of employees by providing direction, motivation and development in line with operational objectives

Note: Please ensure that you attach a certified copy of your ID and Qualification to be considered for this position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.