Raw Materials Operations Leader

4 weeks ago


Durban, South Africa Jonsson Workwear Full time

This role forms part of our 7 600m2 Raw Materials Warehouse, which houses our fabrics and trims to supply our manufacturing facilities in Lesotho on time and in full as well as a state-of-the-art quality lab for fabric testing, employing first class technology. This facility is a key part and the start of our value chain ensuring our raw materials and ultimately our garments are of the highest quality standards.

The Raw Materials Operations Leader will be responsible for leading our Raw Materials Warehouse through efficient stock management and supply of raw materials to our factories in Lesotho according to company requirements.

**The main responsibilities of the role include**:

- Be a key stakeholder in the supply of raw materials to our factories, working closely with the Procurement, Manufacturing and Planning teams.
- Build and maintain relationships with leadership across the operations teams.
- Control, oversee and direct the activities across the teams and ensure that functional systems are in place daily.
- Investigate and report on all service levels internally from picking through to dispatch.
- Manage, control and report all health and safety, maintenance and security defects.
- Ensure that the warehouse equipment is maintained according to the requirements of the company.
- Lead the team by setting an example, guide and develop team members; anticipate challenges or opportunities and respond to them efficiently.
- Proactively deal with operational issues, escalating to the Warehouse Leader, where appropriate.
- Work to tight deadlines in a demanding, high-volume warehouse.
- Able to work extended hours and available after hours when required.

**The experience we're looking for**:

- Worked with Warehouse Management Systems, preferably also barcode scanning, picking and packing.
- 10+ years warehousing experience preferably holding fabric and trims.
- Proven leadership experience, leading a team of 30 - 50 people.
- Computer literate using MS Office (including very good Excel), Syspro, WMS and Datascope systems.
- Knowledge of occupational health and safety policies and procedures.
- Valid driver's license with own reliable transport.

**The type of personality that will excel**:

- A natural leader who is highly organised with excellent planning skills
- Is analytical, systems driven and a skilled problem solver.
- Must be able to work independently and is target driven.
- Enjoys dealing with various stakeholders with a natural ability to communicate at all levels.
- Passionate about excellence and attention to detail.
- Works with a sense of urgency and motivates and encourages their team to deliver.
- Able to make sound decisions while working under pressure.



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