Distribution & Planning Lead- Limpopo Job at PepsiCo

Overview

• Responsible for the planning to distribute 200 000 loaves daily to 6 000 customers and balancing the demand from 2 manufacturing facilities. The chief custodian of custodian customer service and distribution effectiveness.
• Interfaces across all areas to ensure that the product is available on an ongoing basis to meet or exceed sales volume plan. Improve customer service and P & L performance. Custodian of fleet safety

Responsibilities

Operations Management- Distribution

• Lead the design of optimal delivery routes to ensure timely and cost-effective transportation of goods.
• Oversee the maintenance, scheduling, and use of delivery vehicles to ensure they are efficient and reliable.
• Oversee stock levels and ensure that the right amount of inventory is maintained to meet delivery demand.
• Ensure that all distribution activities comply with relevant health and safety regulations.
• Design and drive implementation procedures to minimize the risk of accidents, product damage, or other issues during storage and transportation.
• Identify ways to reduce costs, such as optimizing routes, improving warehouse operations, or reducing fuel consumption
• Own the distribution budget, including transportation costs, labor, and warehouse expenses.
• Drive continuous delivery network optimization

People Growth and Leadership

• Lead and manage distribution structure to ensure smooth operations.
• Set performance goals for the distribution team and regularly assess their performance to maintain high productivity.
• Ensure training to distribution staff on procedures, safety, and efficiency improvements.
• Oversee all Industrial Relations and disciplinary procedures.
• Oversee shift schedules and manage workforce allocation to meet operational needs.

Systems, Procedures and Practices

• Drive implementation of warehouse and transport management systems to streamline operations.
• Ensure compliance with local and international transportation laws, including licenses, permits, and vehicle weight restrictions.
• Design policies and ensure compliance with food safety standards during transportation and storage.
• Ensure that the distribution process complies with environmental regulations, such as minimizing emissions and managing waste.

Relationship Results

• Build and maintain strong relationships, and ensure daily communication with sales department to maximize sales
• Build and maintain strong and ensure daily communications with the operations team to ensure that the right product is available in full and in time
• Relationship with IDCs to ensure proper planning of distribution and routes compliance

Innovation and Improvement

• Implement systems to ensure products with a shorter shelf life are distributed first 
• Identify ways to reduce costs, such as optimizing routes, improving warehouse operations, and optimize costs to serve.

Values

• Customer & Consumer Centric 
• Ownership 
• Integrity
• Respect
• Empowerment 
• Teamwork

Qualifications

• Logistics, Supply Chain Diploma/Degree or similar qualification
• Minimum 10 years relevant experience in warehousing and distribution within a unionised environment.
• Minimum of 5 years in a leadership position
• Proficient in MS Office and SAP or equivalent ERP system