Commercial Logistics Manager

Recruiter:

SHARON NUROCK RECRUITMENT CC

Job Ref:

DUR002418/SN

Date posted:

Tuesday, June 7, 2022

Location:

Pinetown, South Africa

Salary:

R600 000 per annum (cost to company) - negotiable

JOB SUMMARY:
Join this successful manufacturer supplying essential goods to the FMCG market. Manage their Commercial function by planning, organising, leading and controlling activities and people through the implementation of best practices aimed at achieving the operation’s commercial objectives.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Minimum Requirements

Degree in Commerce, Supply Chain Management or Logistics
BSc Engineering Degree a strong pref
Post graduate qualification an advantage
Atleast 5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment

Skills and Competencies

Proven leadership skills
Drive to develop others and build relationships
Manage risks
Critical thinker
Communicate with influence and client centricity
Drive for results

Responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Plant Manager:

Manage and monitor departmental health, safety, environmental and quality aspects
Effectively manage the raw material procurement procedures, which includes managing and controlling stock
Optimise the planning of production machines in line with production efficiency, client requirements and the delivery schedule
Effectively control and manage WIP
Manage and lead the Logistics team, which includes receipting, deliveries and finished goods warehouse management
Support and maintain sound and effective financial management principles by effective forecasting including effective cost saving initiatives (stock control management, transport cost optimisation, vehicle optimisation, Chep pallet control, etc)
Develop commercial strategic operational implementation plans aligned to strategic objectives (Business Planning Management) that includes medium terms business plans
Build solid relationships with employees, clients, suppliers, auditors, as well as internal support functions such as finance, sales and production
Provide accurate commercial information by monthly commercial reporting that includes raw material procurement, production planning initiatives, logistics management, stock management, client reviews and market intelligence, optimisation project initiatives, contractor management and audit report findings
Initiate and implement business improvement
Report effectively and efficiently to enable strategic decision-making
Effectively manage a strong capable team

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