INTRODUCTION

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge & process understanding of logistics & related distribution processes
• Have a working knowledge of inventory management (Warehouse and C&GM) at operations management level
• PC literacy and is able to capture information and produce reports based on the Warehouse Management System
• Ability to anticipate issues & opportunities & act on them pro-actively
• Problem solving ability (e.g. day to day operations)
• Ability to analyse and interpret figures and information
• Asset management
• Understanding of consequential impacts of decisions made. – i.e. good judgment
• Understand financial and performance indicators and is able to act according to agreed targets
• Able to adapt to working hours in accordance with business needs
• Able to work in different temperature controlled regimes e.g. the Cold Chain and Frozens areas
• Able to manage a diverse workforce
• Understanding of process compliance
• Proven people skills e.g. facilitation, conflict, change management, performance management and employee relations management 

What theoretical knowledge (e.g. degree / diploma) does the job require?

• Logistics and Supply Chain / Commerce / Business Degree / Diploma
• Quality assurance background in support of the OEC and continuous improvement
• Exposure to six sigma

What experience (e.g. previous exposure) does the job require?

• 3-4 years relevant Supply Chain working experience

• Experience in managing a large diverse workforce and relevant employee relations
• Working in a Retail /FMCG environment would be an advantage

The deliverables are not limited to the accountabilities specified in the job profile. These key accountabilities highlight the focus areas of the job. Specific and/or additional deliverables can be requested by management. The key responsibilities and accountabilities may change from time to time in response to changes in business strategy, operational requirements and shift rotation.  

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• Influence and provide input to the development of the  Business Unit’s (BU’s) 1 year operating plan, budget, scorecard and ensure delivery thereof
• Ensure effective utilisation of resources to deliver cost effective availability
• Drive operational excellence through integration with all relevant stakeholders
• Effectively use INVOCOMs to ensure team goals are met in order to achieve the scorecard objectives as per the BU’s strategy
• Review volumes and ensure optimal planning to meet DC agreed objectives
• Contribute to BU Continuity Planning and ensure adequate contingencies are in place in order to achieve operational requirements
• Manage and integrate the delivery of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with key stakeholders e.g. Transport, Trunking, Cross-Docking and the Equipment Centre
• Implement the agreed continuous improvement activities to reduce cost and improve service delivery
• Manage the end to end processes against the standards set out in the Operational Excellence Charter (OEC); in line with Best Operating Practices
• Ensure product integrity e.g. preventing temperature rejection, expired stock and damages
• Deliver the Supply Chain Strategy by demonstrating effective leadership aligned to the Woolworths Values
• Build, develop and entrench a high performance culture within the Supply Chain Operations by providing leadership, guidance, support and hands-on coaching to the managers and staff
• Manage the Supply Chain Operations Employment Equity targets, integrated performance management, talent management, succession planning, reward and recognition and employee relations processes in line with business requirements
• Manage and adhere to Universal Product Network (UPN) policies, procedures and corporate governance principles
• Conduct benchmarking exercises that will provide fresh ideas that will assist in enabling continuous improvement projects
• Deliver sustainable community and environmental based activities

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, therefore, if you do not hear back from us within 6 weeks of the closing date of the advert, your application was deemed unsuccessful.