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Company: Nestle, Harrismith
Qualification: Degree/Diploma in Supply Chain
Experience: Relevant operational experience at a factory level
Position Summary With a history spanning over 150 years, Nestlé didn't become the world's leading food and beverages brand by chance. Perfection is at the heart of what we do, and our people are always looking for the next big idea to cement our status. We are now looking for a Raw Materials Coordinator to be based in Harrismith.
In this role you will be responsible to plan, execute, & oversee all activities connected with the inventory control, effective safe handling, storage & transportation of all materials from point of arrival through to assembly of orders ready for dispatch in correct quantity, time & condition to ensure that factory operates at maximum efficiency. Liaise closely with immediate superior, purchasers and relevant external parties.
A day in the life of a Raw Materials Coordinator: Resources (People and Forklifts) Direct and manage the daily operations and ensure output based on daily volume. Direct and manage the re-assigning of resources with consultation of the warehouse manager, if required to increase daily output Ensure efficient utilization of resources, equipment, and capacity to optimally handle receipts and dispatches. The ability to deputize for other controllers or coordinators in the warehousing environment. Logistics Ensuring deliveries are achieved on time (issues, receipt, and dispatch) and in the right quality for raw, packaging, semi-finished, bulk, and finished goods materials in an efficient and effective way. Ensure document compliance and tracking (POD, NQMS, OBD, etc.) Ensure pallets are maintained (Returns, Receipts, Stock Counts, Housekeeping) on site (3rd party pallets and Nestlé pallets) Stock Management Ensure stock accuracy through the coordination of cycle counts and monthly stock counts. Participation in key quarterly stock counts Maintain Warehousing Master Data for materials on SAP. Ensure defective stock (expired/damaged/blocked) is managed according to the standard and procedures. HR Management Training & Development (inclusive of Individual Development Plans) People Management Understanding the disciplinary and grievance procedure Abides by the company polices and the disciplinary code. Administration Creation of Purchase Requisitions on SAP Effective Implementation of procedures Material goods receipt in SAP Compliance Conducting health checks on SAP Drive compliance with quality control systems and procedures through routine housekeeping checks within the warehouse. Drive safety compliance to ensure a safe working environment through the 8 Life Saving rules and Site Safety Procedures-monitor check lists for MHE Ensure all mechanical equipment (E.g. forklift lifts, scales) is maintained and serviced as per the supplier specification or the agreed company standards. What will make you successful? Relevant operational experience at a factory level, in the following areas is beneficial: Dispatch (Customer and Distribution Centre deliveries) Raw Materials Receiving (Liquid Bulk, Raw and Packaging) Interfactory Supply Transportation Issues to Production Receipt to Production Stock Control (Materials and Pallets) Actively involved in NCE Desirable to have experience as a pillar lead, SHE Representative, and/or Food Safety Representative. Extensive SAP Knowledge in Materials Handling, ideally a MH Superuser #J-18808-Ljbffr
