Planning and Logistics Manager

JustTheJob.co.za; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A job portal is seeking a Planning and Logistics Manager in Gqeberha to manage raw materials, production planning, and logistics. Candidates must have a degree in Logistics, 8 years of experience in logistics and planning, and management experience in an automotive environment. The role demands strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. This full-time position offers the opportunity to drive operational efficiency and deliver high-quality service.

Qualifications

• 8 years experience in Logistics and Planning.
• 5 years management experience.
• 5 years experience in an automotive component manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient management of raw materials and production planning.
• Manage finished goods inventory to meet customer supply and demand.
• Ensure effective planning of the plant in line with production orders.
• Manage staff performance and development through talent management processes.
• Drive customer confidence and manage quality-related issues.

Skills

Good understanding of production planning

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving skills

Decision making skills

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Logistics or related field

Grade 12

Job description

Overview

Planning and Logistics Manager - Port Elizabeth

Full job description

Main job purpose

To ensure the efficient management of raw materials, production planning, and outbound logistics so as to drive production efficiency and maintaining 100% delivery performance at optimal stock levels.

Main Objective

Manage finished goods inventory to ensure customer supply and demand is met in line with agreed standards and time frames.

To ensure effective planning of the plant in line with production orders so that agreed OEE targets are met.

To ensure minimum stock levels are maintained and readily available for use in production in order to control costs and avoid stoppages.

To ensure staff are effectively managed and held accountable through performance and disciplinary procedures, and that staff are developed and mentored through the talent management and IDP processes to drive capability in business.

Ensure that effective communication is in place within customers and production to eliminate any unnecessary surprises to parties and to grow trust relationships.

Drive and maintain agreed raw material holdings and ensure that obsolete stock is closely managed to support site business and financial targets.

Ensure effective communication of relevant information to all stakeholders to support effective decision making for the business.

Drive customer confidence through active support and effective management of all quality related issues.

To ensure compliance with customer-specific systems and requirements, including audits, to ensure customer satisfaction.

Critical job requirements

• Grade 12
• Degree in Logistics or related field
• 8 years experience in Logistics and Planning
• 5 years management experience
• 5 years experience in an automotive component manufacturing environment

Knowledge and Skills

• Good understanding of production planning, material and warehousing.
• Computer skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Problem solving skills
• Decision making skills
• Analytical skills

Job Types : Full-time, Permanent