Raw Materials Stores Manager

Recruiter:

Kerry Kopp Recruitment

Job Ref:

KZN000898/KK

Date posted:

Friday, October 30, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY:
RAW MATERIALS STORES MANAGER
(PACKAGING & PLASTICS)
DURBAN - KZN
The successful candidate will be expected to meet the following criteria:
ï§ Have a BCOM degree: Supply Chain or Logistics or other relevant degree equivalent .
ï§ Proven track record of warehouse management & performance excellence in the FMCG Supply Chain environment
ï§ Well-versed in SAP, able to troubleshoot easily in the system
ï§ Solid understanding of the plastics/packaging industry
ï§ Computer Literacy (EXCEL, WORD, POWERPOINT)

POSITION INFO:
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS ï§ Overall management of Raw Materials Stores (on-site and off-site). ï§ Batch and FIFO maintenance of HDPE and all materials. ï§ Management of GRV process ï§ Identifying control risks and implementing measures to mitigate or eliminate them (e.g., stock counts, stock movements, processes, etc.). ï§ Management of raw material shuttle truck. ï§ Conducting weekly\/monthly and yearly stock takes, including unplanned spot checks on stock. ï§ Responsible for stock variances in raw materials and packaging ï§ Incoming inspection checks for raw materials and packaging, ensuring specifications are met. ï§ Administration of raw materials stock - transactions through SAP. ï§ Ensuring that the raw materials are distributed on time and correctly to production departments. ï§ Ensuring stock is handled correctly. ï§ Maintenance & management of offsite equipment, ensuring due care is taken of assets - divider cleaner\/floor cleaner and operating equipment ï§ Ensuring internal & external customer satisfaction ï§ Accountable for waste management ï§ Ensuring correct documentation about invoices, receipts, and all other relevant documentation as per the ISO Standards (ISO 9001 & FSSC 22000) ï§ Departmental budgeting & forecasting, ï§ Driving departmental projects to close and ensure efficiency gains are realized. ï§ Managing department budget ï§ People management: continuous training & development of people, managing individual & team performance, compliance with HR & IR policies & procedures, adherence to training plans ï§ Ensure a safe work environment with excellent housekeeping standards maintained

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