Johannesburg: Distribution Centre Manager posted by Media24

About the Role

Jonathan Ball Publishers, based in Johannesburg, is seeking a seasoned Distribution Centre Manager to report to the Operations Director. The ideal candidate will play a key role in driving growth and revenue for the company’s lines of business.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the growth strategy for the lines of business to grow revenue and profit
• Manage and report on Service Level Agreements (including overseeing management information reports)
• Translate the requirements of lines of business into operational plans for the functions reporting in, to ensure timely service delivery at right cost and quality
• Align operational plans with overall sub-divisional strategy
• Monitor and enforce compliance of all standard operating procedures
• Maximize efficiency and productivity levels of the operation
• Ensure compliance with agreed standards
• Continuously seek to optimize processes and find value add opportunities for the division
• Enable profit centres to meet all operational targets, by managing efficiencies and continuous improvement
• Perform financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting and analysis of data
• Build effective, value adding, transparent relationships with all stakeholders through regular communication and reporting
• Identify opportunities and negotiate agreements with service providers and internal stakeholders
• Evaluate technology and capital requirements as determined by the tactical plan of the division
• Actively manage/assist and implement capital projects within the division
• Plan for, select, develop and retain suitable staff to ensure a high-performance team
• Establish efficient security, stock control and optimum storage conditions for all product lines
• Oversee the processing of all inbound and outbound orders and maintain accurate records of all goods in and out of storage
• Report on production, resources and facilities on a monthly basis

Requirements

Relevant degree or diploma in logistics; MBA or a commercial qualification. At least 10 years experience in warehousing within a distribution environment, with at least 5 years at a management level. Knowledge and understanding of warehousing and distribution. Sound knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation.

Qualifications

Formal education/certifications not specified.

Salary & Benefits

Salary details not specified.

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