LOGISTICS AND DISTRIBUTION MANAGER

SUMMARY:
Our client’s is a handler of fresh produce (fruit and vegetables) and is recruiting for an experienced Logistics and Distribution Manager to be based at their branch in Alberton.

POSITION INFO:

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Logistics and Distribution Manager will be responsible for the receiving and dispatching functions including transport and yard management. The manager will effectively run the day-to-day operations ensuring total compliance to receiving and dispatching protocols and operational KPIs.

REPORTS TO: Chief Operating Officer

REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant tertiary qualification.
• 5 years Management experience in an operational or similar role.
• Solid understanding of total quality management systems and processes.
• People and process leadership.
• Strong Computer Literacy.
• Able to work in high pressure and fast-paced environment, while still meeting required deadlines successfully.
• Strong communication skills.
• Problem-solving capabilities. 
• Analytical thinking
• Ability to proactively plan and execute accordingly
• Strong leadership and management skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

RECEIVING

 o Manage and control the receiving of goods and products into the facility.

 STOCK MANAGEMENT

 o Ensure efficient stock and material management, including storing and handling cooling pallets according to SOPs.

PALLET HANDLING & STORAGE

 o   Ensure pallet capture and storage/handling process is followed.o   Cold and ambient pallets are stored in the correct locations and are in line with SOPs.

 o   Pallet movement information is recorded in accordance with SOPs.

 o   Operational control and management of the Cold and Ambient Storage areas.

EQUIPMENT

o   Ensure Forklift charging and maintenance is conducted – including load testing and diesel.

o   Ensure that generator servicing and maintenance are done as required and that diesel is always filled.

o Conduct facility electricity readings and keep records of meters.

DISPATCH

o  Manage and control the picking and dispatching of all goods out of the facility.

o Ensure all goods picked and dispatched are done according to the prescribed process.

o Responsible for ensuring load outs and turnaround times are adhered to.

o  Ensure customer queries are resolved within 24 hours of delivery.

LOGISTICS

 o Manage inbound and outbound logistics aligned with budget, SLAs, and slot times.

o Manage, plan, and control the daily logistics for all related parties’ business.

 -  The daily inbound truck and logistics plan will be completed and communicated to the management team for all farm, market, and other raw material planning.

 -   Farm/Grower logistics routes and planning are done with Commercial.

 -   Outbound trucks and logistics planning to be in line with Slot times and budgeted transport rates.

 -    A daily outbound truck and logistics plan, based on order volumes and the most effective truck utilization/efficiencies, is to be completed and communicated to the management team.

 - Truck/logistics planning over weekends to be completed every Friday for distribution to weekend manager(s)

•  Customer and internal agreed slot times to be adhered to daily.
•  Communicate operations “rules” and procedures to customers/transporters regularly.

 Drivers and assistants to have clear weekly plan and schedule, which is shared with management

FACILITY & SECURITY

o    Manage the yard and waste area – including, but not limited to waste bins, recycling, pallets, farm crates and bins.

STAFF

 o  Build and manage a strong team of skilled staff.

 o  Ensure staff are trained, equipped and capable of doing the job required.

 o Ensure the number of staff in each area matches the demands of the business.

o Manage staff performance and discipline.

o  Manage leave and time schedules according to HR procedures.

o  Ensure all staff has required PPE and conforms to all customer requirements.

OPERATIONS BUDGET

Manage Operations in line with the Budget

GENERAL

• Manage processes and procedures effectively in the division.
•  Be visible and manage the teams in the receiving, cold stores, and dispatch areas. Effectively manage the flow of products through the facility.
•  Inspect the yard and waste areas daily, checking for possible loss opportunities, cleanliness risks, and/ or food safety risks.
• Forklift inspection and maintenance checks to avoid failures.
• Electric and manual pallet jacks: daily inspections and preventative maintenance.

To apply email your CV to using the reference: LOGDIS