takealot. com
E-commerce
OutboundDCManager
“Outbound DC Manager at takealot. com. Skills: Process improvement, Operational management, Team leadership. Manage warehousing functions in Outbound area. Operate an efficient Distribution Centre”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving
Shift work, Work weekends, Work overtime
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree Supply Chain or Logistics, 8-10 years’ experience in Supply Chain Operations, 5 years’ experience in operational project management, 5+ years’ experience in directly managing people
Nice to Have
Lean principles, 5S, multiskilling, cost saving drives
What You'll Do.
Manage warehousing functions in Outbound area
Operate an efficient Distribution Centre
Implement and manage optimal processes
Maximize working capital
Manage stock handling from picking to shipping
Pack and ship parcels
weekly and monthly planning
Design departmental organization
Manage adherence to plans
Engage with OHS Officer
Design departmental standards
Implement departmental standards
Audit departmental standards
Manage resources effectively and efficiently
Provide leadership and direction
Communicate with operations team
Deliver on key business drivers
Manage customer liaison process
Resolve Outbound queries
Address exception trends
Optimize warehouse space
Optimize warehouse flow
Plan future warehouse requirements
Ensure stock accuracy
Implement stock accuracy initiatives
Measure staff performance
Assert accountability
Document business processes
Update business procedures
Communicate job profiles
Prepare management reporting
Report on operational performance
Report on productivity
Report on stock control
Participate in annual budget process
Participate in long term planning
Control monthly operational costs
Operate DC automation systems
Liaise with suppliers
Negotiate with suppliers
Conform to HSE standards
Conform to HSE legislation
Drive continuous improvement measures
Engage with internal stakeholders
Engage with national operations
Engage with human resources
Engage with risk security
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Internal stakeholders; National operations; Human resources; Risk security
Communication Scope
Verbal communication; Written communication
Process & Methodology
Operational project management
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