Export Practitioner

Pure Manganese (PTY) LTD is a Marketing and Logistics division of Manganese Metal Company , based in Mbombela (Nelspruit, Mpumalanga Province), the world’s largest producer of 99.9% electrolytic manganese metal (“EMM”). The company has been in operation since 1974, has a unique global marketing network and is a niche market supplier of EMM to an established international customer base.

We supply more than 120 customers in over 20 countries and our systems, equipment, safe operating philosophy and excellent business practices provide our customers with peace of mind, first-class quality and reliable supply. Our products are used in the top-end of the market, in the aluminum, steel, non-ferrous alloys, rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, chemicals and welding consumable industries.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Effective planning of MHH production schedule and distribution logistics in line with the sales plan.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION REGARDING THE JOB

In this position, the job incumbent will be part of the Marketing team. At MMC, the MHH section performs the value-added activities of EMM flake washing and degassing, EMM powder and briquette production, as well as packaging of the final products into bulk bags, small bags, boxes or drums, according to customer specification. Over 95% of MMC’s customers are based overseas. Sales are conducted on both direct shipment basis, as well as ex-warehouse delivery basis.

In this position, the job incumbent is responsible for scheduling these production activities in accordance with the sales concluded by our sales managers. Orders to be produced and shipped to customers in locations such as Europe, Japan, South America, or the US, for arrival in a specific week several months into the future and must be planned according to the throughput parameters of the MHH section, as well as the availability and transit times of the logistics service providers. The logistics service providers include road transport, customs, port authorities, shipping lines and overseas warehouses.

The job incumbent will be the coordinator that ensures alignment of our sales orders, our production team and the logistics pipeline, with the sole purpose of customer service excellence. MMC’s Marketing-MHH team offers a very dynamic working environment, where the person will be part of the daily excitement of delivering the world’s highest quality EMM to customers all over the world, directly from the lovely town of Nelspruit.

JOB OBJECTIVES

• Arrange necessary logistics for dispatches and efficiently plan MHH production schedule.
• Liaise with customers and agents on the shipping schedule.
• Compile and submit reports as required.
• Contribute to systems improvements and ad hoc projects.
• Adherence and compliance to all HSEQ legislation, policy & procedures.
• Supervising the team.
• Adhere to section cost control measures

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 with Math's and Science
• 5 years’ experience in a production or logistics environment
• Computer literacy at an Intermediate level.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

• National Diploma or bachelor’s degree in logistics / supply chain management
• 2-3 years’ supervisory/managerial experience in production or logistics environment

COMPETENCIES

• Planning and organizing.
• Deciding & initiating action.
• Working with people.
• Applying expertise & technology.
• Analyzing.
• Learning and researching.
• Delivering results & meeting customer expectations.
• Persuading and influencing
• Coping with pressure & setbacks

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Office based, with hybrid optionality
• Electronic and telephonic availability after hours (24/7)

1. Have you coordinated the end-to-end export process, including all arrangements from the producer to the exit port?
2. Have you had dealings directly with transporters – road or rail?
3. Have you had direct dealings with Ocean Shipping Lines?
4. Do you have experience in production planning?