Job Description

My client, a well established fruit exporter with an office and packhouse based in Grabouw, is seeking to employ an Packhouse Logistics Manager.
The ideal candidate will have a tertiary qualification in Warehousing, Logistics or Operations Management and have a minimum of 3-5 years experience in a logistics management role, preferably in a fruit packaging environment.The purpose of the position is to provide specialist input into the optimisation of the logistics and supply chain processes within the packhouse operation.Responsibilities:

• Ensure efficient execution of the supply plan by managing and monitoring the processes for bin logistics and pallet loading.
• Oversee system transactions and manage information to ensure data accuracy and report on progress against set targets.
• Review and analyze various supply chain and storage processes to enable process optimization.
• Conduct research, develop proposals and recommend best practice solutions to address key logistics and supply chain challenges.
• Manage a team of experienced stock and logistics personnel.
• Oversee health, safety and security systems and processes to ensure compliance to relevant legislation.

Requirements:

• Tertiary Qualification in Warehousing, Logistics or Operations Management.
• A minimum of 3-5 years experience in a logistics management role, preferably in a fruit packaging environment.
• Strong experience in warehousing and stock management.
• A minimum of two (2) years managerial experience in an organized labour environment.
• Computer literate and good knowledge of stock / warehouse systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels within an organisation.
• Effective leadership skills.

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