Job Description

:OverviewWe are PepsiCoPepsiCo is proud to be one of the worldxe2x80x99s leading food and beverage companies. Every day, we are dedicated to bringing our mission to create more smiles with every sip and every bite to life. Our products are enjoyed more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. Our portfolio xe2x80x94 including Layxe2x80x99s, Doritos, Gatorade, Pepsi and Quaker xe2x80x94 consists of many iconic brands that generate more than US $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales, helping to deliver more than US $70 billion in net revenue in 2020.Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive. Through PepsiCo Positive, we are charting a new course to drive positive action for the planet and people. PepsiCo Positive is an end-to-end strategic business transformation with sustainability at the centre of how we will create growth and value by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change.In South Africa (SA), you will find our products across the region at breakfast, lunch or dinner. At the gym or on the field. In the office or on the go. We refresh, restore and rejuvenate our consumers all day, every day with our key brands including Simba, Lay's, Liqui Fruit and Bokomo range of cereals. PepsiCo SA employs more than 13, 000 people across our three business divisions: Bakeries, Grains, Foods, Fruit, Snacks, Juice & Beverages.
ResponsibilitiesWhat wexe2x80x99re looking forWe are looking for an Inbound Lead to join our dynamic team. The role is physically located at the Ceres Beverages Plant and will be reporting to the Unit Manager.The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Manage and oversee the inbound logistics operations for beverages manufacturing products, including receiving, inspecting, storing, and distributing incoming shipments.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize inbound processes, ensure on-time delivery, and minimize costs.
• Collaborate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and internal teams to coordinate inbound shipments and resolve any issues that may arise.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inbound logistics, such as supplier compliance, inventory levels, and transportation costs.
• Implement best practices in inventory management, including FIFO (first in, first out) and batch tracing for pharmaceutical products.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards for inbound logistics of beverages manufacturing.
• Lead a team of inbound logistics staff, providing training, coaching, and performance feedback as needed.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, customs officials, and internal departments, to support inbound logistics activities.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in inbound logistics processes, technology, and systems.
• Deliver a daily optimised manufacturing supply plan
• Maintain the target stock holding of all SKU's
• Close working relationship with Planning, Supply Chain team and Operations team.

QualificationsWhat will qualify you for the role

• Tertiary Qualification in Logistics Management/ Planning
• Demonstrated Leadership skills
• Advanced SAP knowledge
• Demonstrated Supplier management skills
• Stakeholder management
• Ability to lead a team
• Ability to implement contingency plans for direct reports
• Ability to implement development plans for direct reports

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