- Amanzimtoti
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Type: Contract
- Sectors: Manufacturing
- Reference: copy-2126126
Vacancy Details
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Updating inventory lists
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Updating and maintaining data on the database
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Develop and maintain a network of couriers and freight forwarders
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Always conduct rate negotiations with couriers and freight forwarders to ensure the best rate
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Coordinating transportation providers to ensure prompt and proper movement of shipments
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Making special shipping arrangements as necessary
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Tracking and fixing shipping errors
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Preparing delivery schedules
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Receiving and dispatching goods and verifying movements of stock
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Checking purchase orders against stock levels
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Managing distribution and shipment budgets
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Maintaining optimal stock levels at minimum cost
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Calculating storage and clearance costs
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Managing incoming and outgoing invoices
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Preparing bills and invoices
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Responding to customer inquiries and referring clients to the proper channels
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Reviewing purchase orders and shipping documents to ensure accuracy
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Ensuring that the quality of all services provided meets the required standards
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Developing processes that make the supply chain more efficient and organized
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Ensuring OH&S protocols are followed in storage facility
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Coordinating maintenance and repairs of storage facility
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Deal with Auditors (internal and external) when required
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Supervising warehouse operators and overseeing the training and development of team members
- Ensuring compliance with laws and regulations related to transportation, storage, and distribution
Candidate Requirements
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Diploma/Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification
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4+ years’ experience in logistics, exports and imports.
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Knowledge of Export and Import documentation pertaining to hazardous cargo.
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2-3 years in Store management would be advantageous.
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Proven administrative excellence
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Ability in producing reports and developing relevant policies and procedures
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Ability to take accountability and lead by example
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Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills.
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Identifying problems and implement preventative strategies to minimize risk.
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Be knowledgeable of health and safety regulations
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Understanding warehouse and inventory computer systems
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Understanding safety/security processes and procedures
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Ability to manage a variety of cross-functional team members
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Ability to communicate guidelines to a multidisciplinary workforce is essential.
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Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
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Excellent organisational and follow-up skills
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Competent in problem solving, planning and decision making
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Proficient in MS Office.
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Attention to detail.
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