Overview
Stores Supervisor Jobs in Durban, South Africa at Tower Group South Africa (PTY) Ltd
Position: STORES SUPERVISOR
Our client in the import and export industry is seeking a Stores Supervisor to join their team based in Durban
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Matric
National Diploma in Procurement/ Supply Chain or related fields
5 years’ experience, with knowledge of all the jobs in the team, gained in a similar environment
MAIN JOB FUNCTIONS
Inventory management and reporting
Drive the adoption of the inventory master data and generation of new MIDs to reduce spend through direct purchase orders.
Champion the implementation of the inventory management strategy and objectives
Ensure all received inventory is stored in the correct bin location
Maintain accurate inventory levels that are data-driven and customer-centric
Ensure that capital and critical spares with zero stock on-hand, on-order or on-request, are managed daily with regular communication of the risk being shared with the maintenance team
Assist with the preparation and analysis of various reports that accurately measure the performance of the inventory management system based on the set KPIs
Receipt, issuing, and dispatch of goods
Manage the stores operational teams to ensure seamless delivery of goods receiving, receipting, and issuing processes, including customer bias in terms of timing and product availability
Engage end users to ensure delivery risks are communicated with item requisitioners in time Ensure the expected service levels with the internal customers are maintained
Stock counts
Manage the verification team to ensure weekly and monthly stock counts are executed within the related % error KPIs on time.
Investigate stock variances accordingly
Manage the finalization of the stock counting process to ensure stock adjustments are made timeously
Purchase order management
Delegate daily workflow and manage the store operational team to expedite outstanding purchase orders through engagement with the
Procurement Specialist, suppliers, and item end-users to meet delivery dates
Guide prioritizing orders based on the business needs and supplier evaluation to maintain OTIF targets
Working capital management
Optimize inventory holding by ensuring obsolete inventory is identified and flagged for provision planning with Finance
Leading teams
Prioritize work and manage time to ensure a steady output to meet internal and external deadlines.
Allocate workflow and manage the Inventory/Stores operational team’s activities
Control the documentation flow to ensure a smooth flow of documents between maintenance, operations, and support services. Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that may exist with any of the stakeholders.
Assist with the preparation and analysis of various reports that accurately measure the performance of the inventory management system based on the set KPIs
Assist with the preparation of internal and external audits that are being carried out
HSE
Morning Briefings:
Conduct safety briefings at the beginning of each workday to highlight potential hazards, discuss safety measures, and reinforce the importance of adherence to safety protocols.
Risk Assessment:
Thorough risk assessments are conducted to identify potential hazards around the material stores and implement effective control measures.
Site Audits:
Regularly inspect the Stores to monitor safety compliance, identify potential risks, and address any safety concerns promptly
Title: Stores Supervisor
Company: Tower Group South Africa (PTY) Ltd
Location: Durban, South Africa
Category: Retail (Operations Manager, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade), Management (Operations Manager, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade)
