Warehouse and Logistics Manager

Mozambique

Key Purpose and Responsibilities:

  • To manage the overall logistics and warehousing for the Complex, both inbound and outbound, ensuring that the right stock is delivered to the correct site at the correct time and the best cost.

  • Work in conjunction with the Operations Manager and COO to co-create the short- and medium-term logistics strategy for the Complex.

  • Work closely with the rest of the Operation and the Supply Chain to ensure the delivery of an integrated supply chain benefit and strategic target achievement.

  • Drive the implementation of improvements in operating processes and systems to optimise warehouse and logistics efficiencies.

  • Compile and implement the distribution/logistics strategy for the Complex, determining the most effective transportation modes, routes and carriers based on cost and time.

  • Mitigate risks to people and physical assets, ensuring full legal compliance with all relevant legislation.

  • Ensure the team accurately and regularly captures operating data onto the information system to enable access to reliable data and reporting for trend analysis and decision making.

  • Manage the formulation of a maintenance plan that is aligned to the operational plan for depots.

  • Manage costs to ensure lowest cost storage and distribution and the optimal utilisation of assets

  • Lead the logistics and depot teams towards meeting strategic objectives and targets through regular communication and utilisation of the full organisational talent management tool set.

Required Knowledge and Qualifications:

  • Minimum of a degree or diploma in logistics management

  • Valid drivers' licence

  • A minimum of 10 years in a warehouse and distribution environment or which 4 should be in a managerial role

  • SAP and other ERP systems

  • Warehousing principles and practices

  • Company sales strategy and site product priorities

  • Supply chain principles and methodologies

  • Company economics (supply and demand)

  • Applicable legislation for warehouse and transport management (import and export requirements, risk, health, safety and environmental).

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