LOGISTIC MANAGER - Office based Role (Hyde Park JHB or Rondebosch Cape Town)

Recruiter:

Spa Sense

Job Ref:

JHB002017/AK

Date posted:

Thursday, May 23, 2024

Location:

Hyde Park, South Africa

Salary:

36000 Monthly

SUMMARY:
LOGISTIC MANAGER - Office-based Role (Hyde Park JHB or Rondebosch Cape Town)

POSITION INFO:

JOB BRIEF:

We are looking for a reliable Logistics Manager to be responsible for the overall supply chain management. We are looking for this candidate to also be a competent Inventory Manager to monitor and report on the company’s inventory. The job is important since the efficient handling of the company’s products and supplies is critical for the attainment of business goals. In addition, we require the candidate to have knowledge and understanding of Cost Accounting. They will be responsible for establishing product costs, valuation of inventory, and preparation of forecasts of inventory. And finally, they need to have experience with import management too.

1) LOGISTIC MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE ORGANIZING AND MONITORING THE STORAGE AND DISTRIBUTION OF GOODS:

The goal is to manage the entire order cycle to enhance business development and ensure sustainability and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

Strategically plan and manage logistics, warehouse, transportation, and customer services
Direct, optimize, and coordinate full order cycle
Liaise and negotiate with suppliers, manufacturers, retailers, and consumers
Keep track of quality, quantity, stock levels, delivery times, transport costs and efficiency
Arrange warehouse, catalogue goods
Resolve any arising problems or complaints
Meet cost, productivity, accuracy, and timeliness targets
Maintain metrics and analyze data to assess performance and implement improvements
Comply with laws, regulations, and ISO requirements

Requirements and skills:

Proven working experience as a Logistics Manager
Record of successful distribution and logistics management
Demonstrable ability to lead and manage staff
Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects
BS in Business Administration, Logistics, or Supply Chain

2) INVENTORY MANAGER INCLUDES A RELIABLE PROFESSIONAL WITH EXCELLENT RECORD-KEEPING ABILITIES:

The goal is to ensure that all business operations have adequate stock to achieve their objectives.

Responsibilities:

Devise ways to optimize inventory control procedures
Inspect the levels of business supplies to identify shortages
Ensure product stock is adequate for all distribution channels and can cover direct demand from customers
Record daily deliveries and shipments to reconcile inventory
Use software to monitor demand and document characteristics of inventory
Place orders to replenish stock avoiding insufficiencies or excessive surplus
Analyze data to anticipate future needs
Evaluate suppliers to achieve cost-effective deals and maintain trust relationships.
Collaborate with warehouse employees and other staff to ensure business goals are met
Report to upper management on stock levels, issues, etc.

Requirements and skills:

Proven experience as an Inventory Manager or similar position
Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods
Working knowledge of inventory management software (e.g. ERP)
Ability to accurately track inventory and create reports
An analytical mind with strong math skills
Excellent organizational and planning skills
Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
Reliable and trustworthy
BSc/BA in business administration. logistics or relevant field;
Relevant qualifications (e.g. CPIM) will be a plus)

3) INVENTORY COST ACCOUNTING:

Responsibilities

Product costing, standard cost updates, analysis of cost variance, and preparation of cost reports
Handling inventory, reporting, and reconciliations
Performing month-end closing activities and ensuring financial accounting related to revenue and costing is completed in a timely and accurate manner.

Requirements and skills:

You are a Qualified Accountant (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent).
You have prior experience in handling the full spectrum of Accounting functions which include Costing Accounting, Full Set Forecasting, and Reporting.
You are well versed in the MS Office suite. Knowledge of Palladium, Pastel Evolution, or similar accounting software.
You are a strong team player, organized, and possess high attention to detail.
You possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

4) IMPORT-EXPORT MANAGER:

Responsibilities:

They ensure that shipment is done in accordance with the rules and regulations of Import and Export.
They deal with insurance, tariffs, and quotas.
They make categories of the shipment according to the tariff coding system. It also deals with discussing with customs agents to ensure shipment is done through customs.
They also negotiate to reduce taxes and duties owed.

The major role of these professionals lies in managing the shipment of goods.

They track the location of the shipment.
They use the best and most economical method to prepare for goods of shipment.
They also deal with warehousing, transportation, or distribution of goods.
They ensure the implementation of the correct amount for the insurance over the shipment.

Requirements for this position:

Most positions require a Bachelor's Degree for this post or an experience of 5-Years (five years)
Computer and Management skills are also required for this position.
Proficiency in other languages is also desirable
A certified professional is preferred

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