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• BA degree or equivalent in Supply Chain or Logistics is preferred.
• 5 years’ experience within a similar role
• Excel under pressure.
• Be accurate and pay attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and be assertive.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritise and follow up on outstanding items.
• Enthusiastic with high energy levels and output.
• Results orientated with a high level of imitative.
• Management of staff skills.
• Experience in MS Office would be essential.
• Unendorsed Driver’s license
  
  

• Forecast and control Annual Distribution Cost Budget.
• Maintain optimal resource mix in light of the changing input costs and customer demand.
• Benchmark existing systems and processes against industry and recommend changes for improved distribution efficiency.
• Daily KPI Management of the department.
• Manage projects according to stipulated time frames.
• Manage and control monthly distribution costs.
• Ensure procedures and workflows are in place.
• Manage and control distribution head count (employees and temporary contract labour) to ensure optimal efficiency and productivity through targeting labour efficiency targets in planning and execution.
• Ensure harmonious working relationship across all levels and functions.
• Pro-actively identify and resolve obstacles to customer service delivery in a timeous manner.
• Provide contingency plans and implementation of contingency plans when required.
• Provide means of facilitating resolution of non-delivery on customer service level agreements.
• Effectively balance the needs of internal and external customers and the operational units’ capacity to meet those needs.
• Anticipate and identify customer needs and specifications.
• Ensure sufficient service levels with customers.
• Motivate employees to ensure a coherent work environment.
• Ensure through the departments systems, processes, effective utilisation of resources and culture that a customer focussed service is delivered.
• Manage employees of the department according to the Lactalis SA Human Resources Policies and Procedures.
• Manage Lactalis SA SHE policies in your department to create a safe working environment.
• Planning to allow timeous supply and resource allocation to ensure on-time deliveries to Cross-Dock facilities

Were looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Distribution Assistant to support the smooth and efficient operations of a busy warehouse and distribution team.

This position plays a key role in validating outbound goods, coordinating deliveries, and ensuring seamless day-to-day logistics.

Key Responsibilities : Administration & Coordination : Allocate picking slips based on daily routes.

Maintain and reconcile picking slip registers.

Prepare documentation for invoicing and dispatch.

Handle PODs (proof of delivery) and ensure correct filingAccuracy & Stock Control : Check stock picked matches picking slips (quantity, product, batch).

Ensure correct stock and batch numbers are loaded onto trucks.

Participate in weekly and monthly stock takes.

Monitor order maintenance and ensure timely, accurate invoicingCustomer Service : Handle internal and external queries professionally and timeously.

Provide clear and accurate handovers to drivers and customers.

Make delivery bookings when requiredOperational Support : Assist with route planning and daily trip sheet preparation.

Maintain a clean and hazard-free working environment.

Promote health and safety best practices at all times.

Contribute to continuous improvement through reporting and feedback Requirements : Matric (Grade 12)- completed24 years experience in a distribution / warehouse environmentBasic math skills and computer literacy (MS Office)Strong attention to detail and high accuracy standardsExcellent communication skills and a team-oriented attitudeKnowledge of warehouse systems and procedures

Assistant Distribution • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

• Allocate picking slips based on daily routes
• Maintain and reconcile picking slip registers
• Prepare documentation for invoicing and dispatch
• Handle proof of deliveries (PODs) and ensure correct filing
• Check that the stock picked matches picking slips (quantity, product, and batch)
• Ensure that the correct stock and batch numbers are loaded onto trucks
• Participate in weekly and monthly stock takes
• Monitor order maintenance and ensure timely and accurate invoicing
• Handle internal and external queries professionally and timeously
• Provide clear and accurate handovers to drivers and customers
• Make delivery bookings when required
• Assist with route planning and daily trip sheet preparation
• Maintain a clean and hazard-free working environment
• Promote health and safety best practices at all times
• Contribute to continuous improvement through reporting and feedback

• Completed Matric (Grade 12) - Certificate required
• 2 - 4 years experience in a distribution/warehouse environment
• Basic math skills and computer literacy (MS Office)
• Strong attention to detail and high accuracy standards
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
• Knowledge of warehouse systems and procedures

The purpose of this position is to optimize deliveries to customers. This position is based in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town and offers a great package with benefits. This is an on-site position at the Distribution Centre, Monday to Friday.

Requirements:

• Matric with Degree or relevant qualification
• Excellent Business English - fluent
• Ability to travel
• Experience in working with senior management
• Advanced computer literacy

Skills and Responsibilities:

• 5 years''' experience in a management position at a Distribution Centre, with specific experience related to deliveries to secondary distribution routes and customers
• Experience in managing a fixed cost budget, route planning and customer queries
• Manage Subordinates - performance management of team members, Leave management, Training and development, Conduct departmental meetings
• Ensure effective deliveries and cost control - Ensure route optimization, Ensure deliveries are executed according to standard operating procedures, Manage and control departmental fixed cost and report variances, Compile personnel and fixed cost budgets, Develop alternative cost effective models to lower c/l cost
• Manage Customer Relations - Conduct customer surveys and implement industry best practise, Attend to customer queries and complaints, Manage customer relations with internal and external customers, Assist in internal and external audits
• Manage Safety - Manage department in terms of OSH Act in security in terms of company policy and procedures

If you are proactive and action-orientated, maintain a high standard and can achieve results, then this opportunity might just be for you. Your strong business acumen will add to this exciting opportunity with a well-established company. If you are serious about your career, then forward your CV by applying directly to this ad. Please note that ONLY suitable candidates will be contacted directly to discuss your CV and skillset. Thank You

Great opportunity available for a Distribution Controller, close to the East Rand.

This is a Permanent position.

To qualify for this stunning vacancy we have the following requirements : Experience within a Logistic industry working with fleet management and control with a 5 year time frame.Individuals must possess strong administration skills, be task orientated, organized and results driven.

Strong financial and food manufacturing environment experience is a minimum job inherent requirement Computer Literacy at a skilled level : Advanced level MS Excel, intermediate MS Word & PowerPoint Education : Grade 12 Distribution transport Key Responsibilities : Planning and Scheduling loads Fleet utilizationVehicle tracking systemsStaff supervision and ManagementFleet Reporting - Vehicle efficienciesOnly South African Citizens need apply.

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Job Title Freight & Distribution Planner - Southern Africa

Designation Individual Contributor

Reporting To Logistics Specialist Southern Africa

Skip Level Reporting Head of Supply Chain Africa

Function Supply Chain

GJL GJL 2B

Location Durban , La Lucia

ABOUT UPL:

UPL is focused on emerging as a premier global provider of total crop solutions designed to secure the world’s long-term food supply. Winning farmer's hearts across the globe, while leading the way with innovative products and services that make agriculture sustainable, UPL is the fastest-growing company in the industry. Our successes in the field add up to powerful financials. UPL delivers results from protecting crops that translate into attractive investor value. Based on the recognition that humankind is one community, UPL’s overarching commitment is to improve areas of its presence, workplace, and customer engagement.

Our purpose is ‘OpenAg’. An agriculture network that feeds sustainable growth for all. No limits, no borders.

We are one team, for maximum impact. One team with shared goals. We have a laser-like focus on what our customers need and want, on anticipating their future needs, and on how we can create innovative solutions and experiences for them. We think outside the box and go beyond our comfort zone. We believe in agility, we mix the power of speed, with structure from process. And wherever we can, we always believe in having fun.

Role Summary

To provide safe, cost effective and efficient transportation to all stakeholders according to UPL SA business requirements. Plan, manage and control of Distribution & Logistics functions in the Sub-region of Southern Africa & Public Health including end to end Order Fulfilment activities. Managing the day-to-day distribution operations aligned to demand, supply, inventory and distribution planning exceeding customers’ expectations. Customer Management, Cost Control, Hazardous Manufacturing, Road and Sea Freight Transportation & Operations knowledge is key. Cross functional team collaboration i.e. customer services, manufacturing, planning, warehousing and tolling is key to achieving the desired business results. Detailed understanding of Imports, Exports management and Documentation control is critical to this role in servicing UPL cross border & International Affiliates. An added advantage is Expert knowledge on National Road Transport Regulations for Dangerous Goods compliance as well as aligning Order Management with Distribution Planning and execution. Risk and compliance management of transportation of hazardous goods on national and international networks is key. point of contact for incidents that may cause harm to people, the environment or infrastructure. Transport Control Tower, Cost reduction and Warehouse & Distribution optimization experience is key, like =wise management of Transporters. Core KPI - Expense ratio to revenue of goods moved %, OTIF% by vendor in last leg.

Role Responsibilities

Financial

• Knowledge of and provide active inputs into Transport Budgeting
• Detailed analysis of cost/unit & km spend and prevent Road and Sea freight overspend
• Oversee accurate and in-time PO and support document generation
• Co-ordinate with all departments to ensure that purchase orders on SAP are updated daily with actual freight costs. These include the following: Import PO, Tolling Freight, STO Freight, Local Shuttle freight.
• Ensure 100% verification and accuracy when updating POs on SAP
• Ensure that freight out transactions is captured on iValua daily and reports updated on the
• Reconcile Ivalua transactions with transport quality system on the X drive.
• Capture and send out manifests and POs to transporters daily.
• Ensure close cooperation with finance department to ensure that costs are reconciled daily and accurate reports submitted on a weekly basis i.e. no billing errors or under absorption .
• Maintain SAP freight vendor lists and update automatic freight setup as required.
• Maintain accurate SAP data including transport T lanes to ensuring SAP integrity
• Verify freight transactions and amount to correct GL accounts for shuttle movements and reconcile with finance on a weekly basis.
• Setup and retrieve reports from SAP and other Data sources and Dashboards for analysis.
• Updated or oversee load recon schedule for Sea Freight charges to finance monthly, these need to marry charges entered into SAP.
• Update and submit load recon schedule for road transport Freight charges to finance monthly,

Customer

• Ensure best Distribution Planning, aligned with commercial to meet customer requirements
• Ensure prompt responds to changing demand and aligning plan with execution to meet OTIF
• Considers all factors before making a decision, makes quick decision, when necessary, accepts consequences and risks involved.
• Ensures proper working of the routing tools with the Logistics Specialist and Warehouse & Distribution Manager – Africa
• Optimization of Routing & Scheduling tools by identifying gaps between functions and transport dispatching needs
• Build internal customer and 3PL relationships across the network for optimal customer service
• Ensure zero stock outs owing to transportation misses

Operations/Process

• Responsible for the daily scheduling, coordinating & administration of all road transport activities according to UPL SA best practices and, Road and DG legislation.
• Ensure accurate planning and execution of planned transport activities.
• Review Billing from service providers and reconcile with accurate rates and cost charged.
• Planning, monitoring, reporting and managing inbound and outbound transport from internal & external depots, warehouses, production facilities and or any other point as required by UPL SA.
• Ensure all loads and the relative information is captured and reflects on the transport planning board daily including maximizing truck utilisation.
• Align with Commercial Planners and
• Control Cargo movements within specified standards linked to NRTA and transportation of dangerous goods.
• Provide effective and accurate status updates on vehicle movements to or from loading/offloading sites.
• Administration & rate costing of all freights costs daily on load reports on the drive and on SAP.
• POD verification and filing.
• Ensure stringent Transporter adherence to DG and legislative requirements

Team Management

• Establishes and keep up to date with training programs, legislation, traffic acts and or changes in the dangerous goods industry in terms of logistics.
• Set, evaluate & maintain their performance according to goals & objectives as per the UPL SA performance management system.
• Organizes and develops experience sharing between UPL SA team members in warehousing, logistics & supply chain to minimize process bottle necks and ensure rapid response and resolution to challenges that arise in emergency situations.
• Continuously proposes & implements means to optimize the distribution network activities.
• Ensure that all requirements for Safety & Quality are adhered to and managed as per given deadlines.
• Promotes safe behaviour in all areas of UPL Southern Africa Business.
• Sets up and reinforce the transport departments quality system.
• Overall support on ad hoc projects
• Drive and maintain effective cost control management to ensure logistics budget is achieved in line with UPL SA’s targets, goals & objectives.

Imports and Exports

Imports

• Co-ordinate all import shipment transport, providing status updates to warehouses and supply chain.
• Ensure that the import procedure and documentation is correct as handled by UPL SA agent.
• Maintain import delivery schedule with transport company.
• Organize the logistic documentation from agent to destination.
• Effective communication with shipping agents, transporter and customers to ensure delivery dates are met.
• Control import logistics documentation as per the statutory requirements. Update SAP system for operational and financial transactions.
• Manage and control the billing of import files and invoicing local transport quality system.
• Manage and prevent detention and demurrage.
• Ensure import data is captured, tracked & analysed on UPL SA transport quality system.

Exports

• Co-ordinate all Export shipment transport, providing loading schedules & updates to warehouses, supply chain, production and forwarding agents.
• Monitoring and checking of Navis System with transporter for firming stack dates then communicating to warehouse and export coordinator.
• Ensure all documentation is completed and submitted to the agent by the warehouse.
• Control Export logistics documentation as per the statutory requirements. Update SAP system for operational and financial transactions.
• Manage and control the billing of export files and invoicing local transport quality system.
• Ensure export data is captured, tracked & analysed on UPL SA transport quality system.

Responsibility Weightage and % of Time Spent Matrix

Responsibility

Weightage

% of Time Spent

Strategic

10%

Tactical

50%

Routine

40%

Internal Stakeholders

Finance team:

Provide monthly recons and invoices for TSP’s.

Manufacturing and Operations

Provide delivery status and tracking reports / action requests for transport from various internal stakeholders.

Commercial Services:

Provide tracking details / delivery related info / provide status reports / Load allocations from commercial manager/Early Warnings.

External Stakeholders

TSP

Agents

Carriers

Suppliers

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

Technical Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Transport Economics , Transportation, Diploma in Supply Chain.
• Formulating and consolidating of Purchase Actions and strategies.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving methodologies, Management of Change.
• Experience in Cost Accounting is advantageous
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a Planning and /or Supervisory / junior / middle management capacity
• Experience in the following industries would be advantageous: Agro Chemical, Petro chemical
• Transportation of Hazardous products
• Computer knowledge of all MS package & SAP
• Knowledge of ports and road transport networks & operations and clearing and forwarding
• Experience with Import & Export transport process
• Understanding of Distribution Networks, process flows and procedures.

Behavioural Requirements:

• Planning, coordination, and management skills
• Ability to Adapt to Rapidly changing scenarios.
• Focus on delivery results & process optimization and continuous improvement.
• Professional level of spoken and written English
• Cross functional communication skills
• Supplier relationship Management
• Strong planning and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical skills
• Methodical with attention to detail
• Collaboration across multi stakeholders internal & external
• Strong written or oral communication
• Strong Interpersonal Skills
• Function effectively in a highly pressurized environment.

UPLCompetencies

• Adaptability & Resilience

Recognizes and is open to changing circumstances and alters behavior and scales up as necessary; increases personal awareness and appreciation of individual and cultural differences to create an open, inclusive, and accepting workplace.

• Entrepreneurial Mindset

Has a creative mindset and ability to think holistically, takes calculated risks and maximizes opportunities?

• Results Orientations

Acts, pursues goals with persistence and achieves results; communicates goals and vision to the team to drive enthusiasm and ambition.

• Execution Excellence

Enhances the speed of execution and builds efficiency in processes, systems, and people; has sharp focus on quality-orientation.

• Strategic Orientation

Demonstrates knowledge of the social, economic, and environmental factors and how they impact the business. Identifies key issues that could impact the business and develops strategy through an analytical lens / design thinking.

• Building Teams and Talent

Empowers colleagues through knowledge sharing and delegation, quickly establishing rapport; provides recognition for achievements and accomplishments.

• Customer Centricity

Understands the customer needs and pain points, fulfills the needs and expectations by focusing on creating value for customers.

My client, a well-established food manufacturer based in Stikland, is seeking to employ a Junior Distribution Manager to join their team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing the distribution of their products in an efficient and cost-effective manner, while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities :

• Staff management 60 staff (Drivers, van assistants, planning, debriefing, cash-up and monitoring)
• Assets management (fleet and equipment management including repair and maintenance management and insurance claims management)
• Stock management (final check of all dispatched stock)
• Human Resources Management (Own and TES staffing, time sheets and disciplinary)
• Planning and scheduling of resources, optimize resources and managing distribution percentage
• Deadline driven
• Develop and implement distribution strategies to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of products to customers
• Manage and optimize distribution network to maximize efficiency and reduce costs
• Manage all distribution running costs i.e. fuel analysis, scheduling of staff, expense controls in line with company purchase order management system
• Fine and Acknowledgement of debt management
• Staff transport and log book management
• Route tracking, reporting and monitoring of all assets
• Route, staff and vehicle performance
• Weekend planning, scheduling and execution of deliveries
• AM Despatch controls to ensure timeous dispatching of all routes, vehicles and scheduled staff
• Monitor and analyse distribution data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate with sales, production, warehouse and logistics teams to ensure alignment and smooth operations
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and quality standards in distribution processes
• Train and mentor distribution team members to enhance their skills and performance

• Minimum of matric, Tertiary qualification in Logistics or related field will be advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in distribution management, preferably in the multi-temperature food distribution
• Advanced MS Office (Excel and Word)
• Clear criminal record

• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful distribution strategies
• Strong administration, analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
• Ability to lead and motivate a team
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations governing distribution operations
• Code 10/14 will be advantageous

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Job Title Freight & Distribution Planner - Southern Africa

Reporting To Logistics Specialist Southern Africa

Skip Level Reporting Head of Supply Chain Africa

Function Supply Chain

GJL GJL 2B

ABOUT UPL:

UPL is focused on emerging as a premier global provider of total crop solutions designed to secure the world’s long-term food supply. Winning farmer's hearts across the globe, while leading the way with innovative products and services that make agriculture sustainable, UPL is the fastest-growing company in the industry. Our successes in the field add up to powerful financials. UPL delivers results from protecting crops that translate into attractive investor value. Based on the recognition that humankind is one community, UPL’s overarching commitment is to improve areas of its presence, workplace, and customer engagement.

Our purpose is ‘OpenAg’. An agriculture network that feeds sustainable growth for all. No limits, no borders.

We are one team, for maximum impact. One team with shared goals. We have a laser-like focus on what our customers need and want, on anticipating their future needs, and on how we can create innovative solutions and experiences for them. We think outside the box and go beyond our comfort zone. We believe in agility, we mix the power of speed, with structure from process. And wherever we can, we always believe in having fun.

Role Summary

To provide safe, cost effective and efficient transportation to all stakeholders according to UPL SA business requirements. Plan, manage and control of Distribution & Logistics functions in the Sub-region of Southern Africa & Public Health including end to end Order Fulfilment activities. Managing the day-to-day distribution operations aligned to demand, supply, inventory and distribution planning exceeding customers’ expectations. Customer Management, Cost Control, Hazardous Manufacturing, Road and Sea Freight Transportation & Operations knowledge is key. Cross functional team collaboration i.e. customer services, manufacturing, planning, warehousing and tolling is key to achieving the desired business results. Detailed understanding of Imports, Exports management and Documentation control is critical to this role in servicing UPL cross border & International Affiliates. An added advantage is Expert knowledge on National Road Transport Regulations for Dangerous Goods compliance as well as aligning Order Management with Distribution Planning and execution. Risk and compliance management of transportation of hazardous goods on national and international networks is key. point of contact for incidents that may cause harm to people, the environment or infrastructure. Transport Control Tower, Cost reduction and Warehouse & Distribution optimization experience is key, like =wise management of Transporters. Core KPI - Expense ratio to revenue of goods moved %, OTIF% by vendor in last leg.

Role Responsibilities

• Knowledge of and provide active inputs into Transport Budgeting
• Detailed analysis of cost/unit & km spend and prevent Road and Sea freight overspend
• Oversee accurate and in-time PO and support document generation
• Co-ordinate with all departments to ensure that purchase orders on SAP are updated daily with actual freight costs. These include the following: Import PO, Tolling Freight, STO Freight, Local Shuttle freight.
• Ensure 100% verification and accuracy when updating POs on SAP
• Ensure that freight out transactions is captured on iValua daily and reports updated on the
• Reconcile Ivalua transactions with transport quality system on the X drive.
• Capture and send out manifests and POs to transporters daily.
• Ensure close cooperation with finance department to ensure that costs are reconciled daily and accurate reports submitted on a weekly basis i.e. no billing errors or under absorption .
• Maintain SAP freight vendor lists and update automatic freight setup as required.
• Maintain accurate SAP data including transport T lanes to ensuring SAP integrity
• Verify freight transactions and amount to correct GL accounts for shuttle movements and reconcile with finance on a weekly basis.
• Setup and retrieve reports from SAP and other Data sources and Dashboards for analysis.
• Updated or oversee load recon schedule for Sea Freight charges to finance monthly, these need to marry charges entered into SAP.
• Update and submit load recon schedule for road transport Freight charges to finance monthly,

Customer

• Ensure best Distribution Planning, aligned with commercial to meet customer requirements
• Ensure prompt responds to changing demand and aligning plan with execution to meet OTIF
• Considers all factors before making a decision, makes quick decision, when necessary, accepts consequences and risks involved.
• Ensures proper working of the routing tools with the Logistics Specialist and Warehouse & Distribution Manager – Africa
• Optimization of Routing & Scheduling tools by identifying gaps between functions and transport dispatching needs
• Build internal customer and 3PL relationships across the network for optimal customer service
• Ensure zero stock outs owing to transportation misses

Operations/Process

• Responsible for the daily scheduling, coordinating & administration of all road transport activities according to UPL SA best practices and, Road and DG legislation.
• Ensure accurate planning and execution of planned transport activities.
• Review Billing from service providers and reconcile with accurate rates and cost charged.
• Planning, monitoring, reporting and managing inbound and outbound transport from internal & external depots, warehouses, production facilities and or any other point as required by UPL SA.
• Ensure all loads and the relative information is captured and reflects on the transport planning board daily including maximizing truck utilisation.
• Align with Commercial Planners and
• Control Cargo movements within specified standards linked to NRTA and transportation of dangerous goods.
• Provide effective and accurate status updates on vehicle movements to or from loading/offloading sites.
• Administration & rate costing of all freights costs daily on load reports on the drive and on SAP.
• POD verification and filing.
• Ensure stringent Transporter adherence to DG and legislative requirements

Team Management

• Establishes and keep up to date with training programs, legislation, traffic acts and or changes in the dangerous goods industry in terms of logistics.
• Set, evaluate & maintain their performance according to goals & objectives as per the UPL SA performance management system.
• Organizes and develops experience sharing between UPL SA team members in warehousing, logistics & supply chain to minimize process bottle necks and ensure rapid response and resolution to challenges that arise in emergency situations.
• Continuously proposes & implements means to optimize the distribution network activities.
• Ensure that all requirements for Safety & Quality are adhered to and managed as per given deadlines.
• Promotes safe behaviour in all areas of UPL Southern Africa Business.
• Sets up and reinforce the transport departments quality system.
• Overall support on ad hoc projects
• Drive and maintain effective cost control management to ensure logistics budget is achieved in line with UPL SA’s targets, goals & objectives.

Imports and Exports

Imports

• Co-ordinate all import shipment transport, providing status updates to warehouses and supply chain.
• Ensure that the import procedure and documentation is correct as handled by UPL SA agent.
• Maintain import delivery schedule with transport company.
• Organize the logistic documentation from agent to destination.
• Effective communication with shipping agents, transporter and customers to ensure delivery dates are met.
• Control import logistics documentation as per the statutory requirements. Update SAP system for operational and financial transactions.
• Manage and control the billing of import files and invoicing local transport quality system.
• Manage and prevent detention and demurrage.
• Ensure import data is captured, tracked & analysed on UPL SA transport quality system.

Exports

• Co-ordinate all Export shipment transport, providing loading schedules & updates to warehouses, supply chain, production and forwarding agents.
• Monitoring and checking of Navis System with transporter for firming stack dates then communicating to warehouse and export coordinator.
• Ensure all documentation is completed and submitted to the agent by the warehouse.
• Control Export logistics documentation as per the statutory requirements. Update SAP system for operational and financial transactions.
• Manage and control the billing of export files and invoicing local transport quality system.
• Ensure export data is captured, tracked & analysed on UPL SA transport quality system.

Responsibility Weightage and % of Time Spent Matrix

Responsibility

Weightage

% of Time Spent

Strategic

10%

Tactical

50%

Routine

40%

Internal Stakeholders

Finance team:

Provide monthly recons and invoices for TSP’s.

Manufacturing and Operations

Provide delivery status and tracking reports / action requests for transport from various internal stakeholders.

Commercial Services:

Provide tracking details / delivery related info / provide status reports / Load allocations from commercial manager/Early Warnings.

External Stakeholders

TSP

Agents

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

Technical Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Transport Economics , Transportation, Diploma in Supply Chain.
• Formulating and consolidating of Purchase Actions and strategies.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving methodologies, Management of Change.
• Experience in Cost Accounting is advantageous
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a Planning and /or Supervisory / junior / middle management capacity
• Experience in the following industries would be advantageous: Agro Chemical, Petro chemical
• Transportation of Hazardous products
• Computer knowledge of all MS package & SAP
• Knowledge of ports and road transport networks & operations and clearing and forwarding
• Experience with Import & Export transport process
• Understanding of Distribution Networks, process flows and procedures.

Behavioural Requirements:

• Planning, coordination, and management skills
• Ability to Adapt to Rapidly changing scenarios.
• Focus on delivery results & process optimization and continuous improvement.
• Professional level of spoken and written English
• Cross functional communication skills
• Strong planning and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical skills
• Methodical with attention to detail
• Collaboration across multi stakeholders internal & external
• Strong written or oral communication
• Strong Interpersonal Skills
• Function effectively in a highly pressurized environment.
• Adaptability & Resilience

Recognizes and is open to changing circumstances and alters behavior and scales up as necessary; increases personal awareness and appreciation of individual and cultural differences to create an open, inclusive, and accepting workplace.

Has a creative mindset and ability to think holistically, takes calculated risks and maximizes opportunities?

• Results Orientations

Acts, pursues goals with persistence and achieves results; communicates goals and vision to the team to drive enthusiasm and ambition.

Enhances the speed of execution and builds efficiency in processes, systems, and people; has sharp focus on quality-orientation.

• Strategic Orientation

Demonstrates knowledge of the social, economic, and environmental factors and how they impact the business. Identifies key issues that could impact the business and develops strategy through an analytical lens / design thinking.

• Building Teams and Talent

Empowers colleagues through knowledge sharing and delegation, quickly establishing rapport; provides recognition for achievements and accomplishments.

• Customer Centricity

Understands the customer needs and pain points, fulfills the needs and expectations by focusing on creating value for customers.

Our leading client is looking for an experienced Logistics & Distribution Manager to take charge of receiving, dispatching, and transport operations.
This key role ensures seamless day-to-day logistics, operational efficiency, and full compliance with protocols and KPIs.
If you have strong leadership skills, a solid understanding of total quality management, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to drive meaningful change!
Minimum requirements:

• 5 years of management experience in an operational or similar role.
• Solid understanding of total quality management systems and processes.
• People and process leadership.
• Strong computer literacy.

• Able to work in high-pressure and fast-paced environments, while still meeting required deadlines successfully.
• Strong communication skills.
• Problem-solving capabilities.
• Analytical thinking.
• Ability to proactively plan and execute accordingly.
• Strong leadership and management skills.

• Receiving:
  • Manage and control the receiving of goods and products into the Facility.
  
  


• Stock Management:
  
  • Ensure efficient stock and material management, including storing and handling cooling pallets according to our client’s SOPs.
  
  


• Pallet Handling & Storage:
  
  • Ensure pallet capture and storage/handling process is followed.
  • Cold and ambient pallets are stored in the correct locations and are in line with our client’s SOPs.
  • Pallet movement information is recorded in accordance with our client’s SOPs.
  • Operational control and management of the Cold and Ambient Storage areas.
  
  


• Equipment:
  
  • Ensure Forklift charging and maintenance are conducted, including load testing and diesel.
  • Ensure that generator servicing and maintenance are done as required and that diesel is always filled.
  • Conduct facility electricity readings and keep records of meters.
  
  


• Dispatch:
  
  • Manage and control the picking and dispatching of all goods out of the facility.
  • Ensure all goods picked and dispatched are done according to the prescribed process.
  • Responsible for ensuring load-outs and turnaround times are adhered to.
  • Ensure customer queries are resolved within 24 hours of delivery.
  
  


• Logistics:
  
  • Manage inbound and outbound logistics aligned with budget, SLAs, and slot times.
  • Manage, plan, and control the daily logistics for all business.
    • The daily inbound truck and logistics plan will be completed and communicated to the management team for all farm, market, and other raw material planning.
    • Farm/Grower logistics routes and planning are done with Commercial.
    • Outbound trucks and logistics planning to be in line with Slot times and budgeted transport rates.
    • A daily outbound truck and logistics plan, based on order volumes and the most effective truck utilisation/efficiencies, is to be completed and communicated to the management team.
    • Truck/logistics planning over weekends to be completed every Friday for distribution to weekend manager(s).
    
    
  
  
  • Customer and internal agreed slot times to be adhered to daily.
  
  
  • Communicate our clients' operations' “rules” and procedures to customers/transporters regularly.
  
  
  • Drivers and assistants to have clear weekly plan and schedule, which is shared with management.
  
  
  
  


• Facility & Security:
  
  • Manage the yard and waste area, including, but not limited to waste bins, recycling, pallets, farm crates, and bins.
  
  


• Staff:
  
  • Build and manage a strong team of skilled staff.
  • Ensure staff are trained, equipped, and capable of doing the job required.
  • Ensure the number of staff in each area matches the demands of the business.
  • Manage staff performance and discipline.
  • Manage leave and time schedules according to HR procedures.
  • Ensure all staff has the required PPE and conforms to all customer requirements.
  
  


• Operations Budget:
  
  • Manage Operations in line with the Budget.
  
  


• General:
  
  • Manage processes and procedures effectively in the division.
  • Be visible and manage the teams in the receiving, cold stores, and dispatch areas.
  • Effectively manage the flow of products through the facility.
  • Inspect the yard and waste areas daily, checking for possible loss opportunities, cleanliness risks, and/or food safety risks.
  • Forklift inspection and maintenance checks to avoid failures.
  • Electric and manual pallet jacks: daily inspections and preventative maintenance.
  
  

Desired Skills:

• Distribution
• Distributer
• Operations
• Manager