Top Parts Distribution firm seeks National Supply Chain Manager. Maximize the profitable operation of the auto parts distribution supply chain.

Non-Negotiables (We will check)

* Excellent Operational Manager
* Systematic and Logical Thinker
* Excellent Leader and People Person
* Person who creates order out of chaos
* Driver Analytical
* Person who can be trusted to get the job done
* 5+ years Large scale distribution and supply chains
* 5+ years staff management experience

What the person must be able to do:

This role is in the Parts Distribution sector. All duties would take place in this context.

Optimise national parts distribution operation:

* Forecasting
* Accurately forecast demand for parts based on historical data and statitical methods
* Seasonal forecasting of parts

* Procurement
* Procuring parts as per forecast schedule
* Handling of customs and excise
* Transporting parts to the national warehouses

* Inventory
* Optimise inventory levels to ensure availability of parts, while minimising stock holdings

* Warehousing
* Ensure warehouse space is optimally utilised
* Ensure effective tracking of parts and inventory
* Stock takes and discrepancy reporting

* Distribution
* Transporting parts to customers across the country
* Managing and optimising transport routes and logistics

* Staff Management
* Strategic guidance and leadership
* Manage unionised staff
* Staff training and development
* Staff discipline
* Performance appraisals

* Operational Planning
* Implement Corporate KPIs and strategy
* Daily, weekly, monthly, annual planning
* Tracking KPIs vs strategic objectives

* Business Improvement
* Analyse business processes
* Work with team to optimise processes
* Enhance IT and Tracking Systems
* Enhance reporting systems

* Safety
* Ensure compliance with safety regulations

Key Job Deliverables:

* Optimised Stock Levels
* 96+% parts availability
* Enhancing IT Tracking and Reporting Systems

Background work experience

* 5+ years Large scale distribution and supply chains
* 5+ years staff management experience
* Dip/Deg Supply Chain Management or Equivalent
* Supply Chain Management
* Distribution and Warehousing
* IT Tracking and Reporting Systems
* Motor Industry

Personality Summary:

* High Driver - Ambitious, Results Orientated Go-getter. Self-Starter. Makes things happen.
* High Analytical - Strong with analysis, metrics, data and fact based decision making.
* Moderate Administrative - Good with procedures, processes and best practices.

Benefits of this Role:

* Industry leader
* Strong growth prospects
* Strong development

Reports to: MD
Location: Germiston

Salary: Market Related. In the Range of 770K p.a. to 800K p.a. per annum. Highly exceptional more senior candidates may be considered.

Type: Permanent
Start: ASAP

Reference: j247