Dry Goods Controller at Distell

Applications are invited for the above-mentioned position based in the Dry Goods Department: Supply Chain, Springs. The successful candidate will report to the to the Dry Goods Manager.

Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:

• Achieve business plan through alignment with company and divisional planning.
• Control OPEX for the department 
• Management of dry goods stock
• Control and limit stock variances including waste.
• Manage the Dry Goods store functions so that targets set are met and that operational methods are continually challenged and improved upon 
• Effectively control the loading and offloading of contracted transport
• Ensure that the department is operating at acceptable safety/housekeeping standards. 
• Achieve service quality. 
• Operational involvement
• Ensure competent and motivated subordinates.
• Attain subordinates’ development plans.
• Innovation and business improvements in support of operational and segment goals
   

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills:

• ND: Logistics / Warehousing or equivalent qualification.
• 3 – 5 years experience in controlling functions of a warehouse environment
• Experience / background in a stores / purchasing environment.
• Relevant experience in the management of subordinates.
• Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, Power Point (SAP will be advantageous).
• Dynamic and energetic individual
• Innovative, analytical and pro-active
• Must be able to communicate effectively with suppliers and internal customers.
• Knowledge and experience in administrative principles
• Knowledge of ISO and HACCP systems