Distribution Manager - Manufacturing Industry
RPO Recruitment
- Cape Town, Western Cape
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop and implement strategic distribution plans and processes to optimize efficiency
- Coordinate and collaborate with production, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of products
- Oversee inventory management and ensure accuracy in stock levels
- Maintain knowledge of industry trends and regulations related to distribution and logistics
- Develop and maintain relationships with third-party logistics providers and negotiate favorable contracts
- Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track and improve distribution performance
- Lead and manage a team of distribution staff, providing guidance and support for their professional development
- Participate in forecasting activities and contribute to the development of production plans
- Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards in all distribution activities
- Tertiary qualification degree/diploma in logistics
- Minimum 10 - 15 years distribution and warehousing experience in a FMCG environment within a large distribution centre environment - essential.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a management position (managing a workforce of more than 50)
- Proven track record of successfully implementing operational best practices in a distribution and warehousing environment.
- Minimum 5 years WMS experience is essential.
- ERP systems knowledge and experience, with JDE preferable.
- Proficient in Microsoft office, specifically Excel.
- Demonstrated success with productivity and cost-savings initiatives
- Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a team environment
- Salary: Negotiable
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Shannon Thomson and Jamie-lee McCallum at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
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