Warehouse Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client based in Johannesburg is looking for a Warehouse Manager to manage the activities of the Received Goods Warehouse and its staff to meet customer delivery requirements through the receipt, issue and control of inventory

POSITION INFO:

• Matric (Secondary School Certificate)
• Degree or diploma in Purchasing, Materials Management or Supply Chain Management
• At least 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, with some of that at supervisory level
• Experience in warehouse management

Competencies

• Knowledge of pre-payment and revenue management products
• Knowledge of manufacturing and logistics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong business acumen
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills and SAP skills
• Negotiation and networking skills
• Professional approach
• Commitment to customer service
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Able to work under pressure
• Accountability
• Analytical thinking
• Client focus
• Decision-making
• Flexibility
• Information-seeking
• Initiative
• Personal development
• Planning and organising
• Problem-solving
• Teamwork

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-time ordering of required meters and accessories from Company, South Africa
• Manage Customs clearance of imported goods (using clearing agents)
• Arrange batch-testing of MAP projects meters by NEMSA according to project plans
• Ensure timeous delivery of goods to the correct customer in alignment with Projects and Commercial plans.
• Manage the activities of receipting, picking, issuing, packing, marking, and shipping stock.
• Monitor and manage the interface with Company-SA shipping agent to ensure that all shipments are delivered to the correct address at the specified rate and required delivery times.
• Ensure that the stores layout and storage requirements meet the health and safety regulations.
• Maintain and control access to the stores area for authorised personnel only.
• Ensure that all equipment is serviced and maintained in the correct condition for serving activities in this area.
• Ensure that all staff are correctly trained and licensed to operate equipment in this area as required by their positions.
• Ensure that all delivery information is entered into SAP system and ensure that POD documentation is reconciled and filed.
• Co-ordinate with Logistics and Commercial on all exports shipments to ensure that the correct packing, marking, and shipping conditions are met.
• Investigate and correct stock discrepancies.
• Perform periodic cyclic counting of stock to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
• Ensure that Sub Contract components quantities are verified and despatched with authorised manual delivery note.
• Ensure that Company’s delivery vehicle is used cost effectively.
• Follow up on customer queries and ensure corrective action is implemented.
• Act as SAP team leader for the processes which are required in area of responsibility.
• Provide Commercial and logistics weights and dimensions for tender and quote purpose.
• Ensure reporting done timeously for SIOP and weekly basis.
• Ensure all export shipments conform to all relevant regulations
• Responsible for the inspection and validation of shipments prior to loading of vehicles
• E Develop and lead an effective skilled team with an emphasis on customer service, team culture and team objectives and undertake regular communication to ensure information is delivered in a timely manner
• Support the development of a greater focus on and understanding of commercial considerations and imperatives amongst staff
• Develop and train staff to ensure staff have and maintain appropriate skills
• Work within the team to achieve shared goals and targets
• Maintain communication within the team and positively contribute to a committed, capable and motivated team
• Set operational and/or performance goals which are challenging, achievable and tied to long-term goals
• Monitor performance against performance goals to ensure that progress is being made
• Conduct regular meetings with staff to ensure that priorities are clear and coordination is good
• Ensure the day-to-day management of staff is undertaken and staff are fully conversant with the standard required
• Ensure the individual development program is undertaken within the time frame set, and that employees’ professional and skills development needs are provided to Human Capital for training purposes
• Ensure employees are appropriately rewarded and recognised for their performance
• Ensure the safety of employees is paramount and that Health, Safety and Environment systems and processes are followed to minimise risk
• Ensure departmental compliance to Company’s SHEQ management systems

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