Job Description: Set up a controlled ordering system which will ensure timeous placement of scheduled orders to Local and Overseas Suppliers.
Regular weekly/monthly releases to suppliers verify against parts lists/suppliers & cumulative call off versus average monthly consumption.
Ensure 100% availability of goods Ensure minimal cost of transportation Balance material availability, inventory turns and freight Ensure data accuracy (stocks, bill of material and planning figures) Weekly excess/slow moving stock audit against agreed parameters.
Weekly audit of stock values in comparison with agreed targets.
Supplier delivery performance reports must be generated either weekly or monthly.
Ensure control system for customs documentation is maintained at all times.
Implement & maintain a control system for imported stock as per customs & excise requirements.
Co Ordinate the delivery of containers to warehouse.
Ensure that the necessary documentation is handed over to warehouse.
Assist receiving department with processing queries of supplier documents.
Assist Finance department with any queries relating to supplied parts.
Ensure SMRR documents are communicated with imported suppliers as well as processed on MFG Pro and shortfall component orders raised.
Advise Freight Forwarders on parts that need to collected on an urgent basis as well as method of transport.
Maintain verification and control system with warehouses of purchased components.
Implement and maintain weekly control of ECR changes in accordance with BOS -: Run Out/Run In Control and balance out claims.
Implement & maintain control of premium freight charges in accordance with BOS and plant requirements.
Assist with regular static data audits on MFG PRO in order to maintain an up to date data base at all times.
Develop and implement plans for the reduction of inventory and carry cost in line with agreed objectives without compromising service levels.
Responsible for ensuring optimum inventory levels are maintained in accordance with parameters set by the Logistics Manager or Plant Manager.
Job Requirements: Post Matric qualification in Logistics or Engineering or related field Minimum 3 years experience in similar role (Preferable) 3 years experience in Automotive / Factory Environment (Preferable) Experience in Freight Transportation and / or Engineering Work Studies (Preferable) Working Knowledge of Logistics policies and procedures Knowledge of material flow concepts (FIFO, KANBAN, JIT and JTDS) Knowledge of Packaging concepts (One-way; Returnable / Reusable; Stacking; Trolleys, etc) Experience in QAD preferable, knowledge and experience in other ERP systems acceptable