Job Description

Job Summary
Overview:
To manage the Logistics function to achieve company objectives
Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Completed Diploma (NQF 6) or Degree (NQF 7) in either Technical or Commercial disciplines
• Experience within a similar role
• Automotive manufacturing experience
• Advanced knowledge of Supply Chain Management

Responsibilities:
SHEQ:

• SHE:

• Conduct continuous Risk Assessments in the workplace
• Conduct Planned Task Observations in the workplace
• Identify potential hazards and critical safety issues in the workplace
• Address workplace hazards and risks
• Apply safety, health and environmental practices and legal requirements when working on machines and equipment

• Quality Management System:

• Manage and implement the Logistics Quality Assurance systems
• Improve employees' awareness within the department of Quality Targets and Objectives
• Notify the Quality Department of any quality non-conformances which may lead to Customer complaints (Stock damage, packaging, etc.)

• Policies and Procedures:

• Initiate and approve Logistics Policies, Procedures, Protocols, Work Instructions, Codes of Practice, etc.

Finance:

• Financial Management

• Provide input into the budget process
• Monitor performance against budget (expense controls, variances, etc.)
• Initiate requests for CAPEX/Disposal/Transfers
• Participate in the Audit process
• Adhere to Financial Policies and Procedures
• Protect company assets (working capital & fixed assets)
• Detect and prevent fraud
• Promote good Corporate Governance

Customer:

• Customer Relations:

• Manage relationships with internal/external customers
• Identify opportunities for improvements and make recommendations

• Supplier Relations:

• Manage relationships with key suppliers (Transport, etc.)
• Conduct Supplier audits (with Procurement)
• Notify the Supplier of non-conformances and initiate corrective actions

Process:

• Logistics Strategy:

• Assist with the development of the Logistics Strategic Plan (Supply Chain) and ensure implementation
• Provide Strategic and Change Leadership to the Logistics Function and Teams

• Logistics Planning:

• Plan Raw Materials requirements on a current and forecasted basis to meet production demands
• Manage Item Master Data (Order Multiples, Planning Periods, Lead Times, etc.) in order to optimise stock holding

• Logistics Management:

• Manage Logistics operations
• Obtain customer release
• Calculate material requirements based on future demand
• Create Production Plan
• Load Production orders into the system
• Control internal transportation
• Ensure Outbound logistics is controlled and customer requirements are dispatched on time
• Develop/activate the MRP system
• Optimise the use of the delivery vehicles by ensuring On time in full (OTIF)
• Monitor Engineering changes and plan run-in and run-out programmes
• Manage Raw Materials and Finished Product stocks
• Process and control Logistics documentation

• Continuous Improvement:

• Benchmark Logistics processes against Best Practices
• Keep up to date with the latest trends/developments in Logistics Management and adopt Best Practices
• Identify opportunities for process/systems improvements
• Implement Best Business Practices and Principles
• Participate in productivity improvement initiatives with suppliers

• Reporting:

• Analyse and interpret Logistics Reports and statistical data

People:

• People Management:

• Ensure an enabling climate/culture
• Manage individual, team and departmental performance to achieve organisational objectives
• Manage labour stability and complement in line with the budget
• Participate in the implementation and utilisation of equity-related processes
• Achieve HDSA/Female targets for the Department
• Obtain approval for and recruit and select employees in the area of responsibility
• Plan, organise and monitor work in own area of responsibility
• Compile and update Performance Contracts and Individual Development Plans and facilitate individual career path planning
• Determine the training needs of the Department
• Conduct Performance Reviews and manage sub-standard performance
• Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels
• Ensure discipline is maintained in the department (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)

Essential Competencies:

• MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Operating computer systems
• Apply strategic road transport management principles
• Advanced knowledge of Supply Chain Management
• Quality (ISO)

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