Logistics Manager

Principal Accountabilities:

• To develop and achieve agreed Distribution business plans, operational budgets (including costs, working capital and CAPEX) and performance targets / KPI’s to deliver the operation’s operational objectives.
• To manage day to day Distribution resources to meet customer needs.
• To lead, manage and develop the culture and employee resources of the Distribution areas consistent with corporate values.
• To ensure that agreed company policies and business processes are in place and adhered to.
• To ensure that the Distribution function operates within applicable legislative requirements such as safety, quality, environment, human resource management.
• To develop and maintain key relationships with peers, sales functions, head office functions, suppliers and customers.
• Ensure all deliveries are routed in the most efficient order.
• Coordinate after hours support for Delivery Vehicles.

• Coordinate maintenance of Delivery Vehicles.

Shared Accountabilities:

• In conjunction with site management and corporate implement an effective Occupational Health and Safety Management plan for the Distribution operations in line with corporate policies and procedures.
• In conjunction with site management and corporate develop and manage information management processes utilising Management Information Systems to report, analyse and drive continuous improvement of operational performance.
• In conjunction with Sales / Business Development Managers, manage the addition of new direct supplied customers.
• In conjunction with Customer Service staff and Sales / Business Development Managers, coordinate one-off deliveries.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A practical understanding of the company’s total supply chain and the related operational issues as they apply to the range of products and customers.
• A practical understanding of Human Resources Management processes and related basic legal requirements, especially in relation to Occupational Health and Safety and Employee / Industrial Relations.
• An appreciation of consumer protection legal requirements especially as they relate to perishable food products and associated regulatory arrangements in the food industry.
• A working knowledge of continuous improvement methods and processes.
• An appreciation of relevant government, industry and community structures and programs.
• Strong leadership skills with the capacity to positively influence people and to initiate and deliver change independently or through teamwork.
• Excellent communication (verbal and writing), presentation and negotiation skills.
• Well-developed logical and lateral thinking skills with a capacity for innovation.
• Competency in operation of Delivery Vehicles.
• Competency in computer based communication and information management tools (MS Outlook, Word, Excel etc.)