Operations/Quality Manager Contract Logistics - Midrand at DB Schenker

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the management of the respective warehouses are compliant and in line with organisational policies and the SOP’s for logistics services related to inventory, warehousing and transportation, etc.
• Ensure the optimized and efficient capacity utilization of warehouse by analyzing, calculating floor space, assessing space design, developing and preparing stacking / storage plans in order to maximize profitability and efficiency of service delivery.
• Ensure all warehouses have accurate and complete accounting, reporting, record management and internal control systems in place.
• Facilitate the development and maintenance of an optimized warehouse management process and system taking cognizance of bin location assignment and utilization as well as monitoring the expedient flow of materials and products.
• Ensure that inventory control processes are appropriately implemented, and a high standard of inventory accuracy is maintained in the regions warehouses.
• Maintain a balanced service to cost and profatibility ratio through the evaluation, analysis and management of performance, variations, escalations, special request, projects and network optimisation.
• Quality assures service delivery including identifying and creating solutions to resolve service delivery failures and exceptions.
• Enhance the utilization of existing/ new technology and ensure compatibility with operational requirements, facilitating integration through the development and implementation of support processes, platforms and mechanism including equipment control and maintenance.
• Lead the Warehouse team including TES employees through the planning and allocation of work, developing and motivating subordinates.
• Proactively monitor and ensure compliance of all relevant legislative requirements and that all activities in the area of responsibility are compliant with company specific regulations.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 Certificate, Relevant Qualification
• 10 years’ experience in a management capacity 
• Relevant degree essential
• Ability to build value-based relationships with relevant customers to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction
• Optimise revenue Vs Costs by achieving appropriate EBIT results
• Deep knowledge of logistics management specifically warehousing, transporting and logistics accounting 
• Inventory management  
• Operational strategy execution and Risk Management
• Health, Safety and security Management
• Leadership skills
• Collaboration skills
• Drive and deliver results
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to interact with clients and colleagues
• working hours 06H00 – 18H00 Mon - Friday