Distribution Manager II - Epping Bakery at PepsiCo

Responsibilities

What we’re looking for

We are looking for a Distribution Manager to join our dynamic team. The role is physically located in Epping, Western Cape and will be reporting to the Unit Manager. The purpose of the role is to co-ordinate the dispatch of goods to customers/retail outlets in conjunction with the sales order, warehouse and transport departments of a large operation; develop itineraries for deliveries that best meet the needs of prompt delivery and the effective use of vehicles and fuel consumption; maintain liaison between sales and manufacturing regarding the availability of products.

The successful candidate will also be responsible for the following:

• Manage distribution operations to achieve the set goals.
• Driver cash management.
• Fleet tower monitoring and discipline process including driver fines to be submitted to external company.
• Manage outsourced TES bill – Adcorp BLU – excess of 40 to 60 Blu employees depending on operational requirements.
• DRM data KPI – Missed customers, hit rate, OTIF.
• EHS compliance – trainings, coaching, medicals, toolbox talks.
• Optimised fleet utilization.
• Optimised stock management of final goods.
• Managed team, equipment and vehicles including crates, pallets, scales and forklifts.
• Management of Distribution office including rosters, leave planning, weekend coverage.
• Monitor team performances and provide feedback for improvements.
• Oversee daily routes and improve route plans to ensure timely deliveries.
• Follow and enforce company policies and procedures.
• Address customer queries and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Develop distribution budgets and manage expenses within the budgets.
• Work with warehouse and transportation staffs to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
• Perform cost negotiations with vendors and provide appropriate solutions for bulk distributions.
• Develop cost reduction initiatives while maintaining productivity and quality.
• Plan and schedule deliveries to meet customer needs.
• Assist in inventory management activities including receiving, storing, rotating, and handling supplies in distribution centre
• Update and implement procedures
• Facilitate meetings with all stakeholders
• Investigate and report incidents in the distribution department
• Conduct internal & assisted external audits
• Manage compliance requirements with local authorities

Qualifications

What will qualify you for the role

• Minimum Qualification- Relevant degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management.
• 6 years relevant experience within the manufacturing environment.
• 5 years Managerial experience.
• Computer skills including SAP, DSD, MM, SD, MS Office, etc.                      
• Business planning skills.                                    
• Vendor management skills.
• Budgeting Skills.