Logistics Manager

5 months ago

Durban, South Africa Abantu Staffing Solutions Full time

Overview:

To manage the Logistics function to achieve company objectives 

 

Minimum Requirements:

  • Grade 12
  • Completed Diploma (NQF 6) or Degree (NQF 7) in either Technical or Commercial disciplines
  • Experience within a similar role
  • Automotive manufacturing experience 
  • Advanced knowledge of Supply Chain Management

 

Responsibilities:

SHEQ:

  • SHE:
    • Conduct continuous Risk Assessments in the workplace
    • Conduct Planned Task Observations in the workplace
    • Identify potential hazards and critical safety issues in the workplace
    • Address workplace hazards and risks
    • Apply safety, health and environmental practices and legal requirements when working on machines and equipment
  • Quality Management System:
    • Manage and implement the Logistics Quality Assurance systems
    • Improve employees' awareness within the department of Quality Targets and Objectives
    • Notify the Quality Department of any quality non-conformances which may lead to Customer complaints (Stock damage, packaging, etc.)
  • Policies and Procedures:
    • Initiate and approve Logistics Policies, Procedures, Protocols, Work Instructions, Codes of Practice, etc.

 

Finance:

  • Financial Management
    • Provide input into the budget process
    • Monitor performance against budget (expense controls, variances, etc.)
    • Initiate requests for CAPEX/Disposal/Transfers
    • Participate in the Audit process
    • Adhere to Financial Policies and Procedures
    • Protect company assets (working capital & fixed assets)
    • Detect and prevent fraud
    • Promote good Corporate Governance

 

Customer:

  • Customer Relations:
    • Manage relationships with internal/external customers
    • Identify opportunities for improvements and make recommendations
  • Supplier Relations:
    • Manage relationships with key suppliers (Transport, etc.)
    • Conduct Supplier audits (with Procurement)
    • Notify the Supplier of non-conformances and initiate corrective actions

 

Process:

  • Logistics Strategy:
    • Assist with the development of the Logistics Strategic Plan (Supply Chain) and ensure implementation
    • Provide Strategic and Change Leadership to the Logistics Function and Teams

  • Logistics Planning:
    • Plan Raw Materials requirements on a current and forecasted basis to meet production demands
    • Manage Item Master Data (Order Multiples, Planning Periods, Lead Times, etc.) in order to optimise stock holding

  • Logistics Management:
    • Manage Logistics operations
    • Obtain customer release
    • Calculate material requirements based on future demand
    • Create Production Plan
    • Load Production orders into the system
    • Control internal transportation
    • Ensure Outbound logistics is controlled and customer requirements are dispatched on time
    • Develop/activate the MRP system
    • Optimise the use of the delivery vehicles by ensuring On time in full (OTIF)
    • Monitor Engineering changes and plan run-in and run-out programmes
    • Manage Raw Materials and Finished Product stocks
    • Process and control Logistics documentation

  • Continuous Improvement:
    • Benchmark Logistics processes against Best Practices
    • Keep up to date with the latest trends/developments in Logistics Management and adopt Best Practices
    • Identify opportunities for process/systems improvements
    • Implement Best Business Practices and Principles
    • Participate in productivity improvement initiatives with suppliers

  • Reporting:
    • Analyse and interpret Logistics Reports and statistical data

 

People:

  • People Management:
    • Ensure an enabling climate/culture
    • Manage individual, team and departmental performance to achieve organisational objectives
    • Manage labour stability and complement in line with the budget
    • Participate in the implementation and utilisation of equity-related processes
    • Achieve HDSA/Female targets for the Department
    • Obtain approval for and recruit and select employees in the area of responsibility
    • Plan, organise and monitor work in own area of responsibility
    • Compile and update Performance Contracts and Individual Development Plans and facilitate individual career path planning
    • Determine the training needs of the Department
    • Conduct Performance Reviews and manage sub-standard performance
    • Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels
    • Ensure discipline is maintained in the department (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)

 

Essential Competencies:

  • MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Operating computer systems
  • Apply strategic road transport management principles
  • Advanced knowledge of Supply Chain Management
  • Quality (ISO)

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