East London: Logistics Manager (Inbound and Outbound) posted by Profile Personnel

1. Job requirements:

   • Degree/Diploma (preferably Logistics or Purchasing Management)
   • MDP or relevant business management qualification (advantageous)
   • At least 5 years Logistics Management experience in a unionised environment
   • Must have very good understanding of imports and overseas suppliers
   • Have a very good grip of the customs clearance process
   • Strong business acumen with regards to cost consciousness, efficiency improvement and production planning
   • Knowledge in business intelligence portals and capable to generate own reports
   • Ability to lead and motivate employees towards achieving a set of predetermined targets
   • Working knowledge of applicable labour legislation in the South African context
   • Advanced knowledge in MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint
   • Knowledge of Baan ERP system
   • Knowledge of TS 16949, ISO14001 and ISO 45001

   Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

   • Ensure that material and components required in manufacturing is available timeously
   • Manage material and finish goods inventories in line with annual budget
   • Ensure that cycle counts are conducted and that stock adjustments are done timeously
   • Ensure that forecasts are submitted to suppliers and the timeous arrival of imported and local components.
   • Manage and report on monthly KPIs related to the logistics department
   • Compile annual financial budget for logistics department
   • Communication to OEMs regarding any logistic related issues
   • Ensure that all subordinates are trained and working according to management systems
   • Participate in the introduction of new projects
   • Maintain a safe and accident-free work environment
   • Create an environment of effectiveness, efficiency and optimum performance of employees by providing direction, motivation and development in line with operational objectives

Note: Please ensure that you attach a certified copy of your ID and Qualification to be considered for this position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.