DC Manager - Riverfields

at  The Foschini Group

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Matric – Essential.
• Experience in Supply Chain and logistics – Essential.
• Degree in Supply Chain / Industrial Engineering or related field – Essential.
• Minimum 10 years management experience in a similar role.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of DC Operations and/or Retail.
• Ecommerce experience would be advantageous.

SKILLS:

• Problem solving, judgement and self-management skills.
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills (written and verbal).
• Good people management and project management skills.
• An eye for detail and exceptional organisational skills.
• Computer Literacy [MS Word and MS Excel (intermediate level) and MS PowerPoint].
• Sound accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, as well as within a team;
• To confidently influence and persuade at all levels.
• Resilience and emotional maturity to work through in highly pressurised environment.
• To be self-motivated, and take responsibility for your own development.

• Manage and coordinate all Warehouse Function in Inbound and outbound.
• Manage efficiency by identifying and implementing optimal processes and procedures and thereby minimise risk and costs.
• Effective coordination and collaboration of suppliers, business units and external service providers with an important underlaying responsibility to drive a customer service culture, evaluate performance and plan improvements.
• Continuously improve and develop business performance by managing profit and Loss, risk and compliance for DC (rentals, rates, water, electricity etc.) and
• Management Claims and reporting linked to improved administration and financial tracking and reporting.
• Effectively manage all inventory processes, stock accuracy and planning of the flow of stock.
• Manage and lead teams to deliver on the key business drivers.
• Ensure that warehouse space and equipment is optimised to meet current and future business needs.
• Develop the business by gaining or supporting new 3rd party contracts, analysing logistical problems, producing and implementing new solutions.
• Report on performance metrics and operational performance.
• Manage customer liaison process and ensure that DC queries are resolved timeously.