Jobs at Maersk Line

Opportunity

• Would you like to be part of a value-driven, commercially oriented international environment where we enable global trade every day? We have an opportunity for a Inventory Manager that will drive global Warehouse execution standards within Warehouse and Distribution environment.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• When you join Maersk, you’ll find that the world is your workplace. You’ll work in a culturally diverse, stimulating environment, surrounded by new ideas and different ways of doing things. We believe in individual performance within highly professional teams supported by our distinctive values. To us teamwork means acceptance, respect, dedication, and the idea that we can achieve more when we all pull together. Living our values means competing in the marketplace in an ethical way so our name is synonymous with being a credible and valuable business partner.
• Through Constant Care and Humbleness, we strive to prepare for the future, while never forgetting that our customers and competitors are key to our ability to improve. In our daily work Uprightness and Our Employees mean that transparency and accountability in everything we do go hand in hand with being an inspiring, challenging place to work. At Maersk, we take pride in hiring the best person for the job – irrespective of gender, age, nationality, or religious belief.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Inventory Management: 

• Oversee and manage daily inventory operations, ensuring accurate and efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods. 
• Ensure proper labelling, storage, and documentation of inventory items. 
• Maintain accurate inventory records and reconcile inventory records with financial statements. 
• Conduct regular audits and stock counts, including Semi-Quarterly Financial wall-to-wall counts and daily cycle counts. 
• Identify and address inventory discrepancies, taking corrective action as necessary. 
• Implement and maintain inventory management procedures and policies. 
• Develop and maintain effective inventory control procedures to ensure stock accuracy and availability. 
• Monitor inventory levels and report back on out of stock and overstocking risks.
• Always ensure strict FIFO management through regular audits
• Manage batch control and obsolete stock within the warehouse.
• Ensure system to system alignment between WMS and customer ERP.
• Oversee regular inventory audits, cycle counts, and reconciliation processes.  
• Analyze inventory data and generate regular reports for management. 

Warehouse Operations: 

• Coordinate with Warehouse management to ensure accurate receiving and dispatching. 
• Ensure inventory is properly stored in designated locations based on size, weight, and fragility. 
• Monitor and optimize storage space, consolidating inventory where necessary to free up space. 
• Conduct regular inspections of aisles for damaged stock, locations, and packaging issues. 

System Management: 

• Implement and manage the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to streamline inventory processes. 
• Ensure all personnel are trained and proficient in using the WMS. 
• Regularly review and update WMS data to ensure accuracy. 
• Utilize WMS to generate reports on inventory levels, stock movements, and discrepancies. 

Reporting and Analysis: 

• Generate and analyze inventory reports, including warehouse utilization reports and process improvement logs. 
• Communicate findings and recommendations to the Site Manager, the Customer and other relevant stakeholders. 
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory management, such as stock accuracy, on-time delivery, and damage rates. 

Compliance and Safety: 

• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, industry standards, and company policies related to inventory management. 
• Implement and enforce health, safety, security, and environmental (HSSE) protocols within the warehouse. 
• Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate potential hazards in inventory management. 

Team Leadership: 

• Lead and mentor the inventory management team, including cycle counters and inventory control staff. 
• Conduct performance reviews and provide training and development opportunities. 
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence within the team. 

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Someone with:

• 5 years of experience in inventory management, preferably in a multi-principal warehouse environment. 
• Diploma in Supply Chain, Inventory, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and inventory control software and advance Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. 
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities. 
• Knowledge of relevant regulations, industry standards, and best practices in inventory management. 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 

Advantageous Skills: 

• Experience with SAP, Oracle, or other advanced WMS platforms. 
• Familiarity with lean warehouse practices and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience in conducting a proper Root Cause Analysis (RCA) using the 5Why’s.

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Opportunity

• Would you like to be part of a value-driven, commercially oriented international environment where we enable global trade every day? The Planning Coordinator supports the Planning Manager by executing day-to-day tasks related to operational planning, scheduling, and client communication. This role ensures that client instructions are translated into actionable tasks and assists in monitoring operational efficiency.
• The Planning Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring smooth workflows, accurate documentation, and timely communication with both internal teams and clients.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• When you join Maersk, you’ll find that the world is your workplace. You’ll work in a culturally diverse, stimulating environment, surrounded by new ideas and different ways of doing things. We believe in individual performance within highly professional teams supported by our distinctive values. To us teamwork means acceptance, respect, dedication, and the idea that we can achieve more when we all pull together. Living our values means competing in the marketplace in an ethical way so our name is synonymous with being a credible and valuable business partner.
• Through Constant Care and Humbleness, we strive to prepare for the future, while never forgetting that our customers and competitors are key to our ability to improve. In our daily work Uprightness and Our Employees mean that transparency and accountability in everything we do go hand in hand with being an inspiring, challenging place to work. At Maersk, we take pride in hiring the best person for the job – irrespective of gender, age, nationality, or religious belief.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Instruction Management:

• Receive and log client instructions regarding product storage, handling, and dispatch.
• Verify and clarify client requirements with the Planning Manager when necessary.
• Ensure that instructions are accurately conveyed to relevant internal departments. 
• All instructions must also be captured on the WMS system.

Operational Coordination:

• Schedule inbound and outbound shipments in alignment with client needs and operational capacity.
• Coordinate with the Operations team to ensure timely execution of storage, inspections and dispatch activities.
• Input all required tasks on the WMS system.
• Arrange inspection activities with the relevant authorities.
• Monitor the progress of daily tasks and escalate issues to the Planning Manager as needed.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of product movement, including receipts, dispatches, and inventory updates.
• Prepare and distribute operational schedules and updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Generate reports on daily throughput, inventory levels, and order status for the Planning Manager.

Communication:

• Act as a point of contact for clients regarding order status and updates.
• Provide clear and timely communication between clients, the Planning Manager, and internal teams.
• Address client inquiries and escalate unresolved issues to the Planning Manager.

Compliance Support:

• Ensure that all processes align with regulatory and client-specific requirements (e.g. Special Markets, SAGAP, SOLAS, PPECB) as well as internal Standard Operating Procedures.
• Assist in maintaining documentation for audits and inspections as directed by the Compliance Officer or Planning Manager.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify areas for improvement in scheduling and coordination processes.
• Provide feedback to the Planning Manager to enhance operational efficiency and client satisfaction.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Someone with:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Diploma or degree in Logistics, or Supply Chain Management is preferred.
• Training or certification in logistics or warehouse management is advantageous.
• 3+ years of experience in logistics, planning, or warehouse coordination, preferably in a fruit cold storage environment.
• Familiarity with scheduling and warehouse management systems (WMS) is an advantage.

Skills:

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and inventory management software.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a cold storage environment when needed.
• Flexibility to work extended hours during peak seasons.

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Opportunity

• Would you like to be part of a value-driven, commercially oriented international environment where we enable global trade every day? The Inventory Manager at Maersk Tekstiel Warehouse in Cape Town is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of inventory management, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of stock movements, storage, and documentation. This role requires a hands-on approach to maintaining optimal inventory levels, minimizing discrepancies, and ensuring smooth operations within the warehouse.
• The Inventory Manager will also be responsible for implementing and managing the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to improve inventory control processes.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• When you join Maersk, you’ll find that the world is your workplace. You’ll work in a culturally diverse, stimulating environment, surrounded by new ideas and different ways of doing things. We believe in individual performance within highly professional teams supported by our distinctive values. To us teamwork means acceptance, respect, dedication, and the idea that we can achieve more when we all pull together. Living our values means competing in the marketplace in an ethical way so our name is synonymous with being a credible and valuable business partner.
• Through Constant Care and Humbleness, we strive to prepare for the future, while never forgetting that our customers and competitors are key to our ability to improve. In our daily work Uprightness and Our Employees mean that transparency and accountability in everything we do go hand in hand with being an inspiring, challenging place to work. At Maersk, we take pride in hiring the best person for the job – irrespective of gender, age, nationality, or religious belief.

Key Responsibilities:

Inventory Management:

• Oversee and manage daily inventory operations, ensuring accurate and efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods.
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and documentation of inventory items.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and reconcile inventory records with financial statements.
• Conduct regular audits and stock counts daily, including quarterly wall-to-wall counts and weekly cycle counts.
• Identify and address inventory discrepancies, taking corrective action as necessary.
• Implement and maintain inventory management procedures and policies.
• To be a super user on current WMS
• To ensure stock alignment between DC and Clients WMS ( Snapshot)

Warehouse Operations:

• Coordinate with the Warehouse Supervisor to assign personnel for receiving, storing, and dispatching inventory.
• Ensure inventory is properly stored in designated locations based on size, weight, and fragility.
• Monitor and optimize storage space, consolidating inventory where necessary to free up space.
• Conduct regular inspections of aisles for damaged stock, locations, and packaging issues.

System Management:

• Implement and manage the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to streamline inventory processes.
• Ensure all personnel are trained and proficient in using the WMS.
• Regularly review and update WMS data to ensure accuracy.
• Utilize WMS to generate reports on inventory levels, stock movements, and discrepancies.

Reporting and Analysis:

• Generate and analyze inventory reports, including stock aging reports and process improvement logs.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to the Site Manager and other relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory management, such as stock accuracy, on-time delivery, and damage rates.

Compliance and Safety:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, industry standards, and company policies related to inventory management.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, security, and environmental (HSSE) protocols within the warehouse.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate potential hazards in inventory management.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and mentor the inventory management team, including cycle counters and inventory control staff.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide training and development opportunities.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence within the team.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Someone with:

• Diploma in Supply Chain , Inventory, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in inventory management, preferably in a multi-principal warehouse environment.
• Proven experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and inventory control software.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations, industry standards, and best practices in inventory management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Skills:

• Experience with SAP, Oracle, or other advanced WMS platforms.
• Certification in supply chain management or logistics (e.g., APICS, CPIM, CSCP).
• Familiarity with lean warehouse practices and continuous improvement methodologies.

Physical Requirements:

• Based at Maersk Tekstiel Warehouse in Cape Town.
• Occasional travel may be required for training or meetings.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic warehouse environment.