Overview
Logistics Manager Jobs in Johannesburg, South Africa at Sentinel Staffing Services
Our client in Randburg is looking for a Logistics Manager.
As the logistics manager, you will oversee, organize, and improve the company’s logistics and distribution systems.
POSITION INFO :
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Warehousing
Overall management of all finished goods stock
Scheduling and co-ordinating quarterly stocktakes, as well update of ERP system with stock take results
Optimal stock holding of finished goods in line with minimum and maximum reorder levels
Monitor and manage minimum and maximum reorder levels for all sales locations on a regular basis
Co-ordinate ERP transfers of off-site related stock movements including but not limited to inventory journals for stock adjustments
Communicate delivery of incoming product to the DC warehouse supervisor
Co-ordinate and authorize the weekly replenishment orders for all branches
Monthly reconcile the Import Returns in Transit warehouse
Dispatch Department
Liaise with sales co-ordinator regarding the delivery schedule for the driver
Organise and co-ordinate the return of faulty product to overseas suppliers with Quality Manager
Personnel
Allocate and manage staff resources according to changing needs
Determine training needs of dispatch and warehouse personnel
Co-ordinating of all dispatch and warehouse staff leave
Supervise dispatch personnel, driver and warehouse personnel (in conjunction with Warehouse Supervisor)
Provide mentorship to Warehouse Supervisor
Building a world class warehouse and dispatch team
Procurement
Assist with sourcing and approval of new local suppliers
Monitor cost effectiveness of freight forward companies, both local and international
Monitor and manage actual landed cost of all imports to be in line with approved calculated landed cost
Co-ordinates the placement of orders with relevant suppliers (including manufacturing raw material requirements)
Monitor and manage supplier credit limits in balance with stock orders in conjunction with Financial
Expedite orders as needed
Co-ordinating incoming shipments with approved freight forward companies
Provide weekly updates of expected deliveries to sales organisation
Submit invoices and supporting documents to Department for payments
General
Handling all relevant ERP transactions on a daily basis
Generation of weekly and monthly reports to Management
Ensure all company policies and relevant warehouse / dispatch procedures are followed
Maintaining health and safety standards
Assist with tasks related to the company operations that might fall outside the above mentioned responsibilities
Stand in for Warehouse Supervisor when required
Monitor and continuous improvement of workflow in Logistics department, as well as interaction with other relevant departments
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
The following KPI’s will be applicable
Accuracy of quarterly stock takes
Accuracy of shipments to clients
Accuracy of inter-branch stock transfers
Accuracy of returns of faulty product to suppliers
Management of staff under your direct supervision
Organising of the warehouse in terms of product space allocations and shelf labelling
Tidiness and cleanliness of warehouse / dispatch area
Adherence to the relevant company procedures and policies
Knowledge and understanding of ERP
Keeping ERP updated
Timeous ordering of stock
Management of minimum and maximum stock levels
DESIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
3 year degree in supply chain management (or similar)
Advanced Microsoft Office skills
Courses in Good Warehouse Practice, stores and inventory management
Minimum of 5 years’ in warehouse management and inventory control
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Import / Export sales environment including close interaction with freight forwarders
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Title: Logistics Manager
Company: Sentinel Staffing Services
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Category: Warehouse (Operations Manager), Management (General Management, Operations Manager)
