Shift Supervisor - Olifantsfontein, Ekurhuleni

Overall Responsibility: The key purpose of this role is to manage the shift to efficiently execute both load plans to satisfy internal and external Customer service levels.

Focus Area 1

Perform and lead the morning physical inventory count process 

Identify the root cause of inventory count variances and put action plans in place through problem solving tools to improve the Inventory Accuracy KPI 

Reduce Supply Chain Overheads through the utilization of problem solving tools 

Create and manage warehouse management tools to ensure FEFO

Track and trend Inventory Accuracy 

Ensure movement of materials reflects in the Syspro system at all times 

Layout Implementation 

Ensure adherence to the layout in line with warehouse activities e.g. Empties zone; Refusal zone; Order Picking zone; Repack zone; Finished Goods zone 

Manage, track and trend warehouse cleanliness,  pest control schedule adherence, cross contamination from non-food grade chemicals, and product exposure

Ensure minimum of 75% Compliance to the best operating practices 

Implement and adhere to a Location-Based Inventory System to identify stored product 

Ensure adherence to blocking standards on non conforming inventory 

Product quality induction programme conducted 

Track, trend and manage repacking operation to conform to quality standards and to improve repacking  productivity

Support Manufacturing Excellence initiatives and routines

Focus Area 2  Support Manufacturing excellence program

Take part in all team meetings as per Team work pillar process

Take part in problem solving exercises as per Focused improvement pillar tools

Ensure 5S is roll out and adhered too in area

Ensure adherence to all SHE practices

Ensure effective teamwork between departments

Requirements of the Role

Minimum of 3 years Warehouse and or logistics experience advantageous 

Highly level computer user (MS Office, Oasis, Handheld devices) 

Syspro proficiency will be an added advantage 

Good interpersonal skills / builds good relationships 

Ability to work under pressure 

Good verbal and communication skills 

Good self-management practices 

Strong achievement orientation 

Ability to adapt to and implement change effectively 

NB: Specific duties/responsibilities will vary from time to time: the above list is intended to indicate the general nature of the post and is not exhaustive. The post holder will be expected to be flexible in supporting the business by undertaking any other responsibilities which are aligned with this job level