Mast Principal Specialist: Scm Warehouse and Logistics

2 weeks ago

Bryanston, South Africa Vodafone Full time

**Role Purpose/Business Unit**:
The SCM Warehouse and Logistics Principal Specialist is responsible for managing the storage, distribution, and transportation of telecoms and infrastructure materials. This role ensures efficient warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, and timely delivery of critical telecom assets while optimizing costs and adhering to industry regulations. The purpose of the role is to successfully manage the logistics contracts in place between MAST and service providers. Manage availability of maintenance and capacity upgrade spares, including related supply chain support requirements and control stock that includes the management of stock levels and reconcile assets within the regions.

**Your responsibilities will include**:

- Define and operationalise the company’s Logistics Strategy
- Implement and manage warehouse management systems to improve efficiency and traceability.
- Participate in sourcing activities for suppliers who will be part of the logistics supply chain, and manage the chosen supplier/s in terms of logistics
- Partner with business units to define and consolidate demand planning
- Conduct regular stock audits and cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Ensure adherence to quality standards and establish effective vendor relationships.
- Collaborate with vendors to negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules for inventory
- Coordinates receiving, documentation, storage, and shipping of materials.
- Manage warehousing and transport capacity and mitigate any performance/ delivery risks
- Inventory management and optimisation (accuracy, stock take, quality, aging, HSE compliance, disposal, returns)
- Work closely with internal teams to align logistics with business goals.
- Provide leadership and guidance to logistics teams to drive performance improvements
- A degree/ diploma in relevant SCM/ Logistics field.
- Substantial experience in inventory or stock control roles, particularly in managing spare parts.
- Minimum 8 years’ experience related to the industry or sector.
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to optimize supply chain processes and manage operational challenges effectively.
- Regulatory Compliance: Understanding of import/export laws, telecom equipment regulations, and safety standards.
- Previous experience of leading and managing a team.
- Expertise in project management skills
- Communication & Coordination: Strong collaboration skills to work with suppliers, engineers, and telecom project managers

**Core competencies, knowledge and experience**:

- Proficiency in inventory management practices, including forecasting, stock control, and order fulfilment.
- In-depth understanding of supply chain processes, including procurement, transportation, and logistics.
- Strong analytical skills to interpret data related to stock levels, and supply chain metrics.
- Ability to assess vendor performance and make recommendations for improvements

Closing date for Applications**:17 April 2025**.

The base location for this role is **Bryanston**.

The company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
Vodacom is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates, and values diversity & inclusion.

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