Warehouse Supervisor: Inventory -UPD Durban

Job Description

Duties & Responsibilities :

Job Purpose:

Responsible for the effective and accurate management and control of inventory within the warehouse ensuring good Wholesale & Distribution Practice is applied.

Job Objectives:

Adherence to compliance, SOP’s and company policies (SHEQ, QA)
Productivity management – Capacity management, order processing cycle time, manning utilization, unplanned downtime
Equipment up-time and maintenance – Asset inspections and reports are performed as required
Reporting on daily performance and Order status
Daily/Weekly/Monthly management reports
Attainment of daily operational targets
Order processing within required turnaround times. (Transfers and sales orders)
Conduct and supervise cycle counting and bin check process
Return stock to vendor / claims generated by operations
Inventory and Receiving departments for both Wholesale and Distribution
Housekeeping
Management of quality and output levels
Performance management of staff, staff training and discipline
Set targets and deadlines for direct reports
Assistance of stock counts within PDC Wholesale and Distribution
Control and resolution of order disputes / claims internally and externally
Manage staff compliment for overtime when required.

Desired Experience & Qualification :

Experience and Education:
Matric/NQF Level 4 (Essential)
Relevant Tertiary Qualifications (Advantageous)
3 – 5 years experience in a Pharmaceutical/ Distribution & Wholesale/ FMCG/ Supply Chain & Logistic environment (Essential)
2 Years experience in dealing with supplier returns, with keen understanding of supplier policies
1-2 years supervisory/people management experience

Job related knowledge and skills:

Computer skills on MS Office (Word and Excel Level 3)
Product knowledge
Financial understanding – budget.

Competencies required:

Communicate effectively at all levels
Excellent negotiating skills
Strong planning and co-coordinating skills
Ability to work in a team
Ability to work under pressure / time deadlines
Honesty and integrity
Attention to detail
Ability to work on excel reports and drive efficiencies