This position reports to the Hub Manager.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Be responsible for the overall running of the facility and all other secondary roles which flow from this function
• Ensure operations costs are in line with budget
• Ensures the on-time delivery of product to/from the distribution centre
• Responsible for implementation and effective utilization of system(s) which will ensure that all product within the warehouse and/or entering or leaving the warehouse is accurately identified and distributed/delivered timeously
• Ensure efficient warehousing with timeous movement of product.
• Extracts data and generates reports which will assist in performance tracking and decision making.
• Ensure consistent application of Company policies and procedures.
• Trains and supervise employees to carry out the functions under their control.
• Implement and maintain health and safety standards
• Must continually work to promote the orderliness and cleanliness of the work area and other company standards
• Identifies value-creation opportunities for the company in the movement and distribution of the product.
• Works closely with senior management and Human Resources to resolve issues and ensure quality service to our customers.
• Oversee maintenance, repairs, or replacements for machines.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Attributes required:

• Results driven individual who has demonstrated ability working in a high performance environment.
• Must have good attention to details, and be able to manage the big picture and continuous changes in customer requests and deliveries of product.
• Must be able to manage multiple, complex tasks and deal easily with pressure on a day in and day out basis.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Good understanding of business principles and practices; can effectively manage the materials function with a bottom line result.

Qualifications:

• Matric qualification
• Tertiary qualification advantageous
• 3-5 years Logistics experience