Despatch Supervisor

Job Description

At RCL FOODS we see and do things differently, we think bigger, work smarter and as a team collectively work towards achieving our purpose, to Grow What Matters!

As we continue to grow, we are recruing for driven, highly energized and focused Despatch Supervisor within the baking business unit.

The role will be based in Pretoria West Bakery and reporting to the Despatch Controller.

Duties & Responsibilities

Inventory Optimisation

Ensure high levels of housekeeping are maintained

Conduct stock takes to ensure reconciliation between records and actuals

Conduct daily cycle counts

Daily and monthly counts of Chep pallets and ordering

Maintain good relationship with production team and MRP team

Ensure the roots report is balances with physical stock in the warehouse

Effective Teamwork and self-Management

Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritising, and self-development

Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained

Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution

Manage colleague’s expectations and communicate appropriately

Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.

Operational Warehouse Management

Provide direction to warehouse team on a daily basis including overseeing the assignment of individual responsibilities, tasks and technical functions.

Maintain team focus on the business objectives in order to drive success.

Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within and between various operational teams and team members within span of control.

Conduct daily checks on all facilities, storage areas and equipment within area of responsibility, ensure compliance to all mechanical, electrical, safety and hazard standards and raise any areas of non-conformations for action.

Ensure that an extra truck is always available should the warehouse be full

Inbound Control

Check shelf life in order to ensure it has not expired using the FIFO (First in First out) system.

Prepare for and initiate stock take preparation ensuring that the entire process is embarked on and completed within the specified time frame.

Stock Control

Ensure stock control is in the right location by completing cyclic counts on a daily basis.

Conduct monthly stock take

Minimum Requirements

. Matric

. Bachelor's Degree and or Diploma preferred in Logistics/Supply Chain Management.

. Valid Driver's License.

. Minimum two years of experience in a similar role.