Cape Town: Distribution Manager posted by Hire Resolve

Hire Resolve’s client is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Distribution Manager to join their manufacturing team based in the Western Cape. The Distribution Manager will be responsible for overseeing all distribution operations, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers, and managing a team of warehouse and logistics staff.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement distribution strategies to meet customer requirements and improve efficiency
• Manage all aspects of warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, and shipping products
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure accurate stock counts
• Coordinate with the production team to ensure the timely delivery of products
• Lead and supervise a team of warehouse and logistics staff, providing training and performance feedback
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations in the warehouse
• Analyze data and reports to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions
• Develop relationships with carriers and suppliers to optimize transportation and distribution costs
• Resolve any issues or complaints related to distribution operations

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification degree/diploma in logistics.
• Minimum 10 – 15 years of distribution and warehousing experience in an FMCG environment within a large distribution center environment 
• Minimum 5 years experience in a management position (managing a workforce of more than 50)
• Proven track record of successfully implementing operational best practices in a distribution and warehousing environment.
• Minimum 5 years of WMS experience.
• ERP systems knowledge and experience (JDE).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
• Demonstrated success with productivity and cost-saving initiatives.

Contact Hire Resolve today for your next career-changing move

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Ashley Feldtmann at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: *****@*****.co.za

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise