Our client, who supplies the Restaurant and Hospitality Industries in Western Cape would like to appoint a Warehouse Manager. The main responsibilities of this position would be:
Receiving
• Ensure stock is received correctly
• Oversee receiving area for stock counts, expiry dates and condition of stock
Stock Control
• Damages to be minimised and stock losses to be less than 0,35% of turnover
Security
• General security awareness and accountability as senior on site
Reporting
• Record and report key performance indicators on a weekly and monthly basis
Logistics
• Do it right the first time
• Deliveries on time and within budget
• Weekly route scheduling per sales route
• Customer service done by Jumpers and make sure that Customer complaints are reported
• Liaise with Fleet Manager on scheduled services, maintenance and breakdowns
• Managing of Driver and Jumper issues
• Daily primary logistics transportation planning and scheduling
• Manage primary cost by applying least cost routing principals
• Manage and maintain the transport system and related queries
• Identify cost saving initiatives and implement solutions in conjunction with operations
Teamwork
• Support department managers and co employees.
• Actively participate as a member of the team
• Performing any other task, not specified herein, which from time to time may be assigned by the manager.
Housekeeping and Safety Standards
• Ensures that cleaning and housekeeping standards on equipment and work areas are maintained according to laid down standards and norms
• Ensure Personal hygiene standards are maintained
• Take reasonable care for own health and safety as well as the health and safety of others
• Wear the correct PPE in accordance with the company policy and procedures
• No interference or abuse of any health, safety and environmental welfare equipment
• Keep work areas clean and free from hazards and risks
Knowledge, skills, and experience required
Educational Background:
• Grade 12
• Computer Literacy
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand Afrikaans & English
• Mathematical Ability
• Knowledge/Skills:
• Minimum previous experience of 2 Years in a Warehouse Environment
• Operational Agility
• Ensure Vision, Mission and Values underpin all activities
Competencies
• Ability to show initiative
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Self-motivated and reliable
• Performance Driven • Highly organised