Logistics Packaging Specialist at KAL Group

Job Specification

Reporting to the Senior Manager Procurement, the incumbent would be responsible for the supply, logistics alignment and execution of Packing Material demand plans developed in conjunction with Fruit Exporters, Fruit Packhouses and Mega Growers.

The execution of these agreements includes:

• The integration of Supplier Production Plans, Category Demand Plans, Customer Pack Programs and Agrimark Stockholding Plans
• Co-ordinating logistics related to the flow of Packing Material from Suppliers & Agrimark DC’s to Packhouses and / or Growers
• Ensuring compliance to the agreed service levels
• Ensuring efficient supply related information sharing between stakeholders (Suppliers, BRM’s, Branch Managers, Exporters, Packhouses and Growers.)
• Resolving supply and logistics related queries and implementing ad hoc changes to plans timeously
• The incumbent will support key stakeholders with the optimization of business processes to streamline the flow of Packing Material and to align packing material availability with pack programs.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant B Degree
• Thorough understanding of the seasonality of fruit export markets
• Advanced data analytics and cost analyses skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Blue Yonder systems skills will be advantageous
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Key performance indicators

Growth

• Ability to execute in a diverse environment by building a deep understanding of the packaging material portfolio - business data analysis, planning processes, and scenario modelling
• Engaging and maintaining productive and value-adding relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and Fruit Exporters, Fruit Packhouses and Mega Growers whilst influencing best portfolio solutions.

Optimisation

• Drive central stock planning and allocations for the portfolio
• Efficient demand forecasting and bulk purchasing
• Reporting functional information and administration
• Compliance with internal company policies, procedures, processes, and external regulations

Leveraging Culture & Diversity

• Ensure Fruit Exporters, Fruit Packhouses and Mega Growers receive excellent customer service and support
• Provide feedback to management on customer needs, market trends and competitor activities
• Stay up to date with industry trends, competitor activities, and market developments to identify new opportunities

Digital Transformation

• Drive the automation/optimization of packaging material processes and inventory control platforms
• Identify and collect data from internal & external sources to support B2B interaction leading to business growth

Key leadership attributes

The incumbent would need to have the ability to progress and add continuous incremental value – having impact.

• Dealing with complexity
• Sound pragmatic judgement
• Self-awareness
• Achievement orientation