Dis-Chem Pharmacies' in Longmeadow has an opportunity available for a DC Outbound Junior Manager to join the team. The main purpose of this role will be to achieve operational excellence within the Dis-Chem Distribution Centres, by performing a management function through directing and coordinating the operation of the outbound function. This includes the daily planning and releasing of waves, maintenance of the order system, emergency orders, replenishment, picking, checking and Invoicing of stock purchased from the DC in order to meet both legal and Store/Customer requirements.
Minimum Requirements
Essential:
Grade 12 - Matric or Senior Certificate and relevant Degree/Diploma in Logistics or Supply Chain Management
Minimum 2 Years relevant experience in Distribution, Logistics or Supply Chain Environment
Advantageous:
Relevant experience in the field of Logistics/Supply Chain Management
Experience in the Retail/Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Experience with SAP, EWM or other ERP systems
Job Specification
Ensure that the system is monitored, cleaned up by using the management tools, available on SAP EWM
Plan and implement procedures and systems to maximise operational efficiencies
Ensure that customer orders and jabs are managed daily and that wave item clearing is maintained with no orders in excess of 48 hours
Assist with implementation and optimization of new projects related to improving the efficiency of operations
Ensure that all resources, including electronic equipment and materials handling equipment is maintained and in safe operating conditions
Ensure that all orders are distributed as per Dis-Chem standard operating procedures
Ensure that replenishment system Master Data is accurate to fulfil purchase orders, report inventory related issues and ensure logistical efficiencies
Ensure optimal planning and forecasting of department resources to meet the day-to-day strategic objectives
Anticipate issues and opportunities and act on them pro-actively - be solution focused
Analyse and interpret all potential departmental shrinkage indicators and act accordingly
Ensure that stock is packed in the correct size box/ tote and is sealed and labelled correctly
Ensure that all goods dispatched are accompanied by a content list and/ or labels are correct in all aspects
Ensure that all stock leaving area is scanned and all discrepancies are resolved
Ensure that all goods when packed in a manner that will prevent cross-contamination, damages and maximise box capacity
Resolve personnel problems by analysing data, investigating issues, and identifying solutions and take corrective action
Efficient and accurate administration, filling and reporting for transactional excellence
Effective and efficient resolution and communication of internal and external customer day-to-day queries
Identify supplier issues that impact required financial objectives and address them at the appropriate level internally and externally
Competencies
Essential:
English - Read, write and speak
Basic Financial Skills
Be able to read and analyse financial reports
Be able to lead motivate and inspire others
Knowledge of Management Systems, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, Emergency process, Public Safety and Security,Customer Service, Transportation Principles and Methods, Production and Processing, Material Handling Standards, Administration and Management, Supply Chain and Personnel and Human Resources Management
Special conditions of employment:
South African Citizen
MIE, clear criminal and credit
Driver's license and own reliable transport
Be able to adapt to working hours according to business needs
Be able to work any shift i.e. day, night, weekends, holidays and overtime as per business and operational requirements
Must be willing to be rotated to where needed and must be willing to perform any other functions within the department, should the need arise