Job category: Transport and Logistics Management
Location: Durban
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
IntroductionWe are currently recruiting for an Assembly Manager to join our dynamic team. Efficiently optimize assembly processes by implementing best management practices and continuously improving warehouse operations to enhance supply chain efficiencies, and drive cost savings.
Key Performance Areas: Strategically manage the Main Assembly function including picking and dispatch.Develop and implement long-term strategies for assembly department, picking, and dispatching operations to support business objectives.Develop and manage budgets for warehouse assembly, picking, and dispatching operations, ensuring cost-effectiveness and financial performance.Monitor and control operational expenses, identifying areas for cost reduction and efficiency gains.Evaluate and recommend changes to Warehouse Systems.Provide technical expertise for major Warehouse projects.Collaborate with other departments/teams to enhance supply chain efficiencies.Participate in strategic planning sessions with senior leadership and contribute to company-wide initiatives.Foster a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and accountability.Manage personnel activities such as induction, training, performance management, team meetings, manpower planning, and productivity.Analyze monthly financial reports, identifying deviations and implementing necessary actions.Maintain high standards of housekeeping within the warehouse.Manage Risk program standards and ensure compliance is maintained.Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity.Minimum Requirements: Matric plus Degree / National Diploma in Logistics Management or related qualification.A minimum of 3 years' experience in a management function in Logistics/FMCG, and ability to attend further training.Computer Literacy competence (SAP-EWM, MS Office) with operational financial skills.High level of stress tolerance, high energy levels and the ability to work under pressure.Operational understanding of SPAR warehouse internal business processes and systems.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and administration skills.Must be goal orientated, analytical, and pro-active.Ability to manage day to day operational issues and resolve operational problems independently.Sound leadership / management skills and a strong customer service orientation.Ability to develop an open, sincere, and trusting relationship with all stakeholders.Kindly note: All applications are to be submitted through the Careers Site and Pnet. Please refrain from calling the Distribution Centre (DC) or emailing applications directly.
Prior experience may compensate for qualifications not met and all appointments are subject to our affirmative Action Policy.
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