Job Description

An opportunity exists within Safal Steel for a Warehouse Manager to be based in KwaZulu Natal Region (Cato Ridge). The position reports to the Supply Chain Manager.

Main purpose of the position:

To lead BU inventory and warehouse management strategy and execution. The position will examine existing procedures / processes and streamline activities in such a way that customer requirements are met on time in full and at lowest possible cost. The position will also identify process improvement opportunities and implement alternate methods to increase efficiencies, product and process quality, reduce costs and improve overall service. Finally, the position will fulfil a central coordinating role between sales & production departments as well as with suppliers and customers, balancing their different priorities and limitations to reach optimal solutions for the company as a whole.

Job Specification/ Requirements: Warehousing (Raw material, spares, consumables, scrap and finished goods)

• Oversee and ensure the completion of accurate and timely inventory counts daily, weekly and monthly in line with company SOPS as well as conducting root cause analysis and reporting on any stock differences.
• Manage inventory and establish controls to ensure the BU is operating at the highest level of performance based on key performance metrics and minimized supply chain risk.
• Receiving inventory accurately and in a timely manner, verifying product quality, using appropriate technology, and maintaining necessary records.
• Maintaining the quality of inventory by using proper storage and handling equipment and procedures and first-in-first-out procedures.
• Ensuring that customs regulations are met in the rebate store.
• Manage inventory of all SKUs across the BU (raw materials, work in process, finished goods, spare parts and consumables) and establish controls to ensure the BU is operating at the highest level of performance based on key performance metrics and minimized supply chain risk

Supply Chain Administration

• Adhere to Company standards and policies in addition to all regulatory requirements.
• Support and implement Company initiatives to achieve performance, quality and safety metrics.
• Contribute to periodic departmental and company planning and budgeting cycles including the annual Business Plan Process (BPP)
• Select, evaluate and develop department employees, following general HR policies.
• Evaluate the training needs of all staff reporting to the position and ensure appropriate plans are in place.
• Pro-actively monitor departmental operational and financial performance and develop personal and departmental action plans to achieve targets set for the department.
• Actively support the BU management team in implementing BU- and company-wide policies/procedures and action plans.
• Collaborate with Stores managers of other Safal group companies on sharing best practices and improving performance.
• Ensure the safeguard and security of Company assets.
• Stores Management Experience
• Strong drive for process and housekeep discipline is critical.
• Stock Take running experience.
• SAP experience would be highly beneficial.

SAFAL Group