Logistics Plant Manager

Humankind; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking a Logistics Plant Manager in Centurion, Gauteng to oversee inbound logistics, manage quality assurance checks, and lead team efforts to improve supply chain efficiency. The role involves forecasting material requirements, compliance management, and supplier interactions to ensure high standards are met in logistics operations. The ideal candidate will have managerial experience in logistics and a strong skill set including shipping, inventory control, and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in logistics and supply chain.
• Strong understanding of inventory management and quality assurance.
• Ability to analyze data and generate insightful reports.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage the scheduling of inbound material deliveries.
• Oversee the management of rebate stock and compliance.
• Lead quality assurance checks for inbound materials.
• Forecast plant material requirements based on sales forecasts.
• Supervise logistics and quality personnel.

Skills

Shipping & Receiving

Inventory Control

Data Entry

AS400

Transportation Management Systems

EDI

Microsoft Outlook

Warehouse Experience

Office Experience

Dispatching

Microsoft Excel

Logistics

Job description

Looking for a Logistics Plant Manager in Durban

Key accountabilities

1. Logistic Manager (SKD)

Inbound Logistics Scheduling & Execution

• Plan and manage the scheduling of inbound material deliveries to the plant in coordination with suppliers and transporters.
• Align delivery schedules with production planning and demand forecasts.
• Manage ESO to prevent disruptions in production.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders for timely unloading inspection and system entry of goods.

Rebate Store & Compliance Management

• Oversee the management of rebate stock ensuring accurate documentation and usage.
• Enforce compliance with audit rebate policy and plant regulatory guidelines.
• Liaise with finance procurement and audit teams to maintain inventory traceability.

Claims & Countermeasure Implementation

• Track R / 1000 (Rejects per 1000 units) for inbound parts and materials.
• Work with IO and quality teams to conduct root cause analysis and implement preventative measures.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce supplier-related quality issues.

Quality Assurance & Final Line Checks

• Lead quality assurance checks for inbound materials before they enter production.
• Manage final line quality inspections to prevent defective parts from affecting assembly.
• Ensure non-conformances are documented and addressed through corrective measures.

Special Supplier & Fitment Centre Management

• Oversee special conversion suppliers and track modified/customized components.
• Manage the interface between fitment centres and internal logistics teams.
• Ensure fitment outputs meet quality standards and delivery timelines.

Forecasting & Ordering

• Forecast plant material requirements based on sales forecasts and production plans.
• Coordinate with P&A and procurement teams to ensure timely and accurate ordering.
• Maintain inventory visibility and control to avoid shortages or overstocking.

Team Supervision & Reporting

• Supervise logistics and quality personnel responsible for inbound and miscellaneous components.
• Develop and share dashboards and reports on: delivery lot adherence, mismatch of lots into plant, R / 1000 performance, quality check results, supplier delivery & quality performance.

2. System Management

• Internal System - Autocart
• Multiple Supplier system

3. Financial Control

• Supplier invoice sign off

4. Customer Service

• Support the Customer Service Team / Techn

Required Experience: Manager

Key Skills: Shipping & Receiving, Inventory Control, Data Entry, AS400, Transportation Management Systems, EDI, Microsoft Outlook, Warehouse Experience, Office Experience, Dispatching, Microsoft Excel, Logistics

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1