Logistics Coordinator (Sanlam)

SUMMARY:
PURPOSE:
Responsible for the overall control and management of the logistics function of the company involving inventory control within the geographic location of South Africa

POSITION INFO:
FORMAL EDUCATION:

• Grade 12
• Qualification (NQF 4) in Logistics/ Stock Control/ Store Keeping / Warehouse Management (advantageous)

• Minimum 2 – 5 years experience in logistics /stock control/ store keeping / warehouse management

• Drivers license with reliable transport (advantageous)

• Inventory Management: Conduct regular stock takes. Maintain accurate records of backup and consignment stock. Manage the repair cycle of inventory. Ensure warranty parts are returned to OEM within the required timeframe.
• Material and Distribution Planning: Plan material requirements (MRP). Oversee the distribution and delivery of stock to internal and external clients. Route quotes for appropriate authority for approval.  Track SAP open requests through to completion and closure.
• Cost and Efficiency Optimisation: Reduce operational expenses.
• Reporting and Communication: Generate general and comparative stock reports. Send accurate communication, including ETAs, escalations, and risk notifications.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain effective relationships with vendors and all stakeholders.
• General warehouse keeping: Comply to set policies, processes and contractual agreements. Ensure that the neatness and general tidiness of warehouse(s) and store(s) are maintained continuously. Ensure that all backup equipment is stored, packaged and handled according to the current National Logistics Standard and relevant policy. Continually ensure that all health and safety requirements within the warehouse or store environment are not only met but also adhered to.

• Ability to receive, log, validate completeness and practicality of PO's, spares issued, goods receipts, stock order transfers and purchase requests
• Teamwork
• Problem solving
• Client Centricity
• Communicating information

• Talent database: Ensure CV updated and remains current on
• Execute personal development (plan): participate in activities as described in the skills needs analysis
• Knowledge sharing: Participate in opportunities for knowledge sharing within the team and relevant communities of practice (COPs)