National DC Manager at PEP

Purpose:

• To cost effectively, manage and coordinate the financial and operational performance of the four distribution centers in Pep.

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop a warehousing and distribution strategy for Pep as aligned with the broader supply chain strategy 
• Reduce costs and increase efficiency and effectiveness in all the distribution centers and hubs
• Interpret the Merchandise seasonal plans to ensure efficient inflow, storage and distribution of products
• Ensure long term Distribution capacity on resources and people
• Build strong relationships with the Buying and Planning departments, upstream and downstream supply chain departments, as well as external service providers 
• Facilitates a Distribution Centre culture with values and principles in line with the Pep culture

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Relevant tertiary qualification
• A qualification in logistics management will be an advantage
• 5-7 years management experience in a warehousing environment (FMCG / Retail or Manufacturing)
• Good understanding of Buying and Planning processes
• Proficiency in MS Office (with special focus on Excel)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Problem assessment and –solving skills; good time-management and planning skills; Confidence and decisiveness; able to cope under pressure.
• Willing to travel
• Competencies required: Problem Assessment; Decision Making; Business Acumen; Leadership; Communication; Planning, Organizing and control; Building and maintaining relationships; Learning orientation; Resourcefulness; Confidence and Stress tolerance