Warehouse Supervisor

Overall Responsibility: The key purpose of this role is to manage the shift to efficiently execute both load plans to satisfy internal and external Customer service levels.

Focus Area 1

Perform and lead the morning physical inventory count process

• Identify the root cause of inventory count variances and put action plans in place through problem solving tools to improve the Inventory Accuracy KPI
• Reduce Supply Chain Overheads through the utilization of problem-solving tools
• Create and manage warehouse management tools to ensure FEFO
• Track and trend Inventory Accuracy
• Ensure movement of materials reflects in the Syspro system at all times
• Layout Implementation
• Ensure adherence to the layout in line with warehouse activities e.g. Empties zone; Refusal zone; Order Picking zone; Repack zone; Finished Goods zone
• Manage, track and trend warehouse cleanliness, pest control schedule adherence, cross contamination from non-food grade chemicals, and product exposure
• Ensure minimum of 75% Compliance to the best operating practices
• Implement and adhere to a Location-Based Inventory System to identify stored product
• Ensure adherence to blocking standards on non-conforming inventory
• Product quality induction programme conducted
• Track, trend and manage repacking operation to conform to quality standards and to improve repacking productivity
• Support Manufacturing Excellence initiatives and routines

Focus Area 2

Support Manufacturing excellence program

• Take part in all team meetings as per Teamwork pillar process
• Take part in problem solving exercises as per Focused improvement pillar tools
• Ensure 5S is roll out and adhered too in area
• Ensure adherence to all SHE practices
• Ensure effective teamwork between departments

Requirements of the Role

• Minimum of 3 years Warehouse and or logistics experience advantageous
• Proficient in MS Office, Oasis, and Handheld devices
• Syspro proficiency (Advantageous)
• Good interpersonal skills / builds good relationships
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good verbal and communication skills
• Good self-management practices
• Strong achievement orientation
• Ability to adapt to and implement change effectively

NB: Specific duties/responsibilities will vary from time to time: the above list is intended to indicate the general nature of the post and is not exhaustive. The post holder will be expected to be flexible in supporting the business by undertaking any other responsibilities which are aligned with this job level