Warehouse Superintendent

Saint-Gobain SA; Brakpan; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint-Gobain SA in Brakpan is seeking a Warehouse Inventory Controller to drive continuous improvement in stock management and accuracy targets. You will lead stock accuracy initiatives (SRA/CCA), ensure proper FIFO control for RM and FG, and coordinate cycle counts with finance and operations.

SAP experience is required, with a focus on process documentation, training, and safe, efficient warehouse practices.

Qualifications

• Matric completed with Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management & Operations Management.
• 3–5 years experience in warehouse & distribution, preferably in manufacturing or plant environment.
• SAP experience is required; strong stock handling, logistics and warehousing knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Apply continuous improvement principles to inventory management policies and procedures.
• Measure and drive performance in stock record accuracy and cycle count accuracy.
• Ensure inventory holding policies and procedures are documented and trained.
• Refine processes with Finance for proper stock treatment and compliance.
• Control FIFO principles for RM and FG and lead 3S/5S in warehouse.
• Coordinate physical inventory counts and ensure adequate resourcing for teams.

Skills

Leadership

Continuous improvement

Inventory management

Education

Matric

Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management & Operations Management

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Apply continuous improvement principles to inventory management policies and procedures aligned with the business requirements.
• Measure and drive performance improvement in key operational and profitability metrics such as stock record accuracy (SRA) – Target 98% stock accuracy and cycle count accuracy (CCA).
• Ensure inventory holding policies, procedures and processes are documented and trained out
• Refine processes with Finance to ensure proper stock treatment and compliance with ICRF.
• Effective control of FIFO principles and practices (RM and FG).
• System leadership of SFA system and Customer Focus Pillar
• Understand, investigate & reduce the number of redlights
• Develop and review procedures according to the specified time
• Improve existing process to meet SRA, CSI & TTT targets
• Investigate every CSI failure in detail and source sustainable ways to prevent re-occurrence
• Conduct daily walkabout to monitor that safety practices are followed
• Manage warehouse 3 & 5S
• Identify specific and unique team training needs and requirements and conduct consistent feedback and coaching of employees
• Engage, present and gain agreement from relevant business stakeholders on inventory management strategies. (Supply chain team and other plants)
• Coordinate planning and execution of physical inventory and maintenance item counts (Cycle counts, Month end counts and year end counts)
• Oversee the following teams & associated activities, ensure adequate resourcing:
• Receiving (Innterplant and Raw Material)
• Accurate Picking, Loading & Posting
• Cycle count frequency and accuracy (SRA)
• Detailed investigation of all stock adjustments (QK & Associated problem-solving tools

Why do we need you?

• Apply continuous improvement principles to inventory management policies and procedures aligned with the business requirements.
• Measure and drive performance improvement in key operational and profitability metrics such as stock record accuracy (SRA) – Target 98% stock accuracy and cycle count accuracy (CCA).
• Ensure inventory holding policies, procedures and processes are documented and trained out
• Refine processes with Finance to ensure proper stock treatment and compliance with ICRF.
• Effective control of FIFO principles and practices (RM and FG).
• System leadership of SFA system and Customer Focus Pillar
• Understand, investigate & reduce the number of redlights
• Develop and review procedures according to the specified time
• Improve existing process to meet SRA, CSI & TTT targets
• Investigate every CSI failure in detail and source sustainable ways to prevent re-occurrence
• Conduct daily walkabout to monitor that safety practices are followed
• Manage warehouse 3 & 5S
• Identify specific and unique team training needs and requirements and conduct consistent feedback and coaching of employees
• Engage, present and gain agreement from relevant business stakeholders on inventory management strategies. (Supply chain team and other plants)
• Coordinate planning and execution of physical inventory and maintenance item counts (Cycle counts, Month end counts and year end counts)
• Oversee the following teams & associated activities, ensure adequate resourcing:
• Receiving (Innterplant and Raw Material)
• Accurate Picking, Loading & Posting
• Cycle count frequency and accuracy (SRA)
• Detailed investigation of all stock adjustments (QK & Associated problem-solving tools

Is this job for you?

The ideal candidate must have a completed Matric or equivalent and must possess a Diploma or Degree in in Supply Chain Management & Operations Management. Candidate must have at least three to five years relevant experience within warehouse & distribution ideally in a manufacturing or plant environment. SAP experienced is required for this role including solid experience of stock handling, logistics and warehousing. The ideal candidate must have strong leadership skills and experience to lead a warehouse team.

To make sure nothing is forgotten

The purpose of this role will be to co-ordinate and manage various aspects of the warehouse (Inbound & Outbound), Planning & Raw Material stores. To manage the daily warehouse activities, end to end. Support the Customer Experience Manager in highlighting any operational challenges and plant risks.

Legal Statement

"We value the importance of a diverse workforce as a cornerstone of our business success. Our primary focus in selecting the most suitable candidates for our roles is based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We wholeheartedly embrace the principle of equal opportunity in our employment processes and are committed to eliminating any unlawful discrimination in our hiring practices"