Distribution Manager needed at Saint-Gobain

Why do we need you ?

• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive logistics and distribution strategy in alignment with Saint-Gobain’s overall supply chain objectives. This includes balancing cost-to-serve budgets with service delivery requirements for the local regions.
• Oversee all inbound and outbound logistics operations for Gyproc, Isover, Weber, and ABE divisions, ensuring timely and cost-effective distribution to customers while managing transporters and storage facilities effectively.
• Lead and mentor a team of 7 direct reports, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture that emphasizes continuous improvement, open communication, and alignment with Saint-Gobain’s principles of conduct and action.
• Manage and control the logistics and transport budgets, ensuring expenditures are in line with cost-saving initiatives. Identify opportunities for cost savings and put forward strategic proposals for budget planning and operational efficiency.
• Monitor key logistics performance indicators, such as OTIF (>95%), CSI (>92%), and truck utilization (>90%), and implement process improvements to meet or exceed these targets, ensuring exceptional service delivery.
• Build and manage long-term relationships with transporters, ensuring adherence to service level agreements (SLAs) and promoting BBBEE opportunities. Ensure smooth operations across transportation services, including freight cost negotiations and delivery tracking.
• Apply lean principles to optimize logistics processes, drive efficiency in distribution operations, and implement best practices to continuously improve performance and reduce operational costs.
• Collaborate with internal departments, including procurement, warehouses, customer service and sales to ensure seamless logistics operations. Participate actively in giving input into the business strategy and provide regular updates on logistics performance to senior stakeholders.

Is this job for you ?

• We are seeking a Distribution Manager to optimize our logistics and distribution operations, ensuring we meet customer promises while managing costs. In our dynamic environment, your expertise will solve complex supply chain challenges and improve service levels. You’ll lead a talented team and contribute to Saint-Gobain’s long-term success.
• The role requires a three-year qualification in logistics or supply chain management, with APICS certification/membership being advantageous but not mandatory.
• Candidates must have at least five years of relevant experience in a continuously evolving manufacturing environment and a minimum of three years of team leadership experience.