Logistics Manager (Electronic Components)

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

PURPOSE:

Overall responsibility for the movement, storage, distribution and administration of our client's stock - to ultimately ensure that the right products are delivered to the right location on time and at the best cost. Responsible for the development and implementation of strategies to enhance customer service, increase sales and efficiency and the overall profitability of the business. Responsible for managing the relationship and deliverables of logistics partners and vendors

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA:

Person Specification

• Possess confidence and authority to obtain information and direct team activities
• Forward thinking with a high degree of initiative to solve problems and improve work processes
• Able to analyse complex situations and formulate structured action plans
• Available to work on a full-time flexible basis and travel domestically as required
• Meticulous and highly organised
• Able to complete tasks accurately, systematically and within rigid timelines
• Applies logic and commercial reason to decision making
• Able to manage competing priorities to commercial effect
• Self-motivated, displays resilience and persistence
• Able to work independently and accepts responsibility for own actions and the achievement of intended outcomes
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective in a team-based environment and in support of team objectives
• Communicates information effectively in a calm, friendly and supportive manner

Qualification, Skills and Experience required

• Grade 12 qualification supported by at least 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• A qualification in International Freight Management/ Transport Economics or Supply Chain Management would be advantageous
• Quantifiable experience in international import supply chain management and distribution
• Thorough knowledge of domestic warehousing and courier operations
• Strong administrative skills
• Good numerical skills
• Demonstrated commercial acumen
• Working knowledge of CRM and ERP system - MS Business Central would be an added advantage
• Good written and spoken skills in English
• High degree of professionalism
• intermediate skills in Excel and SharePoint

Responsibilities

• Drive the movement and storage of international inbound shipments
• Drive domestic distribution of stock
• Drive administration
• Responsible for the development and implementation of strategies to enhance customer service, increase sales & efficiency and the overall profitability of the business