Strategic Distribution & Logistics Leader

PepsiCo Inc.; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo Inc. in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Distribution Manager to lead operations across the distribution network. You will design delivery routes, manage fleets, monitor stock levels, and ensure compliance with safety laws to meet sales targets.

You will oversee budgets, drive cost reductions, and optimize warehouse operations while leading a team and coordinating with sales and operations to ensure product availability and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Logistics or supply chain qualification required.
• Minimum 10 years experience in warehousing and distribution within a unionized environment.
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership position.
• Proficient in MS Office and SAP or equivalent ERP system.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of optimal delivery routes to ensure timely and cost-effective transportation of goods.
• Oversee the maintenance, scheduling, and use of delivery vehicles to ensure they are efficient and reliable.
• Oversee stock levels and ensure that the right amount of inventory is maintained to meet delivery demand.
• Ensure that all distribution activities comply with relevant health and safety regulations.
• Design and drive implementation procedures to minimize the risk of accidents, product damage, or other issues during storage and transportation.
• Identify ways to reduce costs, such as optimizing routes, improving warehouse operations, or reducing fuel consumption.
• Own the distribution budget, including transportation costs, labor, and warehouse expenses.
• Drive continuous delivery network optimization.
• Lead and manage distribution structure to ensure smooth operations.
• Set performance goals for the distribution team and regularly assess their performance to maintain high productivity.
• Ensure training to distribution staff on procedures, safety, and efficiency improvements.
• Oversee all Industrial Relations and disciplinary procedures.
• Oversee shift schedules and manage workforce allocation to meet operational needs.
• Drive implementation of warehouse and transport management systems to streamline operations.
• Ensure compliance with local and international transportation laws, including licenses, permits, and vehicle weight restrictions.
• Design policies and ensure compliance with food safety standards during transportation and storage.
• Ensure that the distribution process complies with environmental regulations, such as minimizing emissions and managing waste.
• Build and maintain strong relationships, and ensure daily communication with sales department to maximise sales.
• Build and maintain strong and ensure daily communications with the operations team to ensure that the right product is available in full and in time.
• Relationship with IDCs to ensure proper planning of distribution and routescompliance.
• Implement systems to ensure products with a shorter shelf life are distributed first
• Identify ways to reduce costs, such as optimizing routes, improving warehouseoperations, and optimise costs to serve.

Education

Logistics, Supply Chain Diploma/Degree or similar qualification

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

PepsiCo Inc. in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Distribution Manager to lead operations across the distribution network. You will design delivery routes, manage fleets, monitor stock levels, and ensure compliance with safety laws to meet sales targets.

You will oversee budgets, drive cost reductions, and optimize warehouse operations while leading a team and coordinating with sales and operations to ensure product availability and timely delivery.