Distribution Coordinator at Tiger Brands

Job Description
THE JOB AT A GLANCE:

• You are accountable to manage the effective distribution of products as a key team player in the logistics and supply chain management realm, and leverage information systems and software to enable an effective distribution model for the Bakeries. Ultimately, you will balance the business desire to reduce costs and optimize safety to have product available immediately. Achieving this balance means more than moving products from point A to point B as swiftly and cheaply as possible, it means you will ensure detailed planning and execution to minimize risks and challenges while being aware of marketplace dynamics and opportunities for improved competitiveness and greater growth.  

Responsibilities
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE:

• Maintain the effective use of distribution resources, procedures and controls to minimize losses, maximize product integrity in all processes at the bakery and depots
• Conduct regular route profitability reviews and operate with the most cost-effective cents per kilometer
• Make effective use of ERP systems to drive financial controls
• Maintain an effective communication with the finance, sales and operations teams
• Manage debrief processes at the bakeries and depots to ensure integrity and availability of the information to enable the sales function to maintain highest possible customer service levels
• Fleet management to ensure optimal service levels at the lowest costs
• Put key metrics in place to drive business performance
• Undertake business continuity planning and risk management practices to manage distribution risks

WHAT YOU WILL BE MEASURED ON

• Overall net sales target
• Customer Satisfaction
• Effective cost containment

Qualifications
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Key attributes and competencies

• Apply sound judgement, a high level of drive and positive influence so as the distribution teams at the Bakery and at the depots to manage the distribution facilities and resources to meet the required customer service level and sales volumes within the operational budget

Experience

• Diploma / Degree in Logistics / Supply Chain Management.
• 5 years distribution experience in the bread baking industry, at least 3 years of which is at a management level.
• Continuous improvement, quality and safety experience in a manufacturing / distribution environment.