Logistics Manager at Network Recruitment

Key Focus Areas:

In-Bound Management:

• Track inbound shipments from load ports to destination ports.
• Manage land-side clearances at destination ports.

Out-Bound Management:

• Align SAP documentation with sales offers, including invoice accuracy and prompt delivery.
• Provide customers with tracking and manage the flow of products from warehouse to customers.
• Track key performance metrics, such as port-to-warehouse days, warehouse days, and truck transit times.
• Oversee documentation, trucking vendors, and border crossings.
• Verify delivery dates against sales promises and manage warehouse clearances.

Warehousing:

• Ensure quality, health, and safety standards are adhere to and maintained.
• Maintain product integrity, aesthetics, and security.
• Oversee batch management processes.

Strategic Supply Chain Reporting:

• Prepare and analyze various supply chain reports to drive efficiency and performance improvements.

Marketing and Strategy:

• Conduct supply chain landscape analysis.
• Develop and implement competitive logistics strategies tailored to the South African market.

Key Skills, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Experience: 6–12 years in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, with a thorough understanding of the function.
• Industry Experience & Knowledge: Working experience in the distribution/trading sector will be advantageous.

Soft Skills & Competencies:

• Effective interpersonal communication
• Adaptability to work across diverse cultures and markets
• Strategic thinker with a customer-focused approach.