About the position
An established FMCG manufacturing company in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking an experienced, results-driven Raw Materials Store Manager who is ready to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is an exciting opportunity to lead raw materials store operations, strengthen stock control and ensure the smooth, efficient supply of materials to production
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
- Overall management of raw materials stores (on-site and off-site), including secondary packaging and divider cleaning
- Maintain batch traceability and FIFO (First In, First Out) practices for HDPE and all materials, including cataloguing regrind and issuing the oldest bags first
- Manage the Goods Received Voucher (GRV) process
- Identify stock and process control risks and implement measures to mitigate or eliminate them, including stock counts, stock movements and process controls
- Manage the raw materials shuttle truck
- Conduct weekly, monthly and annual stocktakes, including unplanned spot checks
- Take responsibility for stock variances in raw materials and packaging
- Conduct incoming inspections of raw materials and packaging to ensure specifications are met, including:
- HDPE / PP - bag weights
- Pallets - dimensions
- Secondary packaging - dimensions and artwork
- Bags - dimensions and microns
- Decoration - colour and artwork
- Administer raw materials stock transactions in SAP
- Ensure raw materials are distributed accurately and on time to production departments, and that stock is handled correctly
- Maintain adequate buffers of secondary packaging to support continuity of supply, and provide Procurement with weekly updates on decoration stock balances
- Maintain and manage off-site equipment, ensuring assets such as divider cleaners, floor cleaners and operating equipment are properly cared for
- Promote internal and external customer satisfaction
- Manage waste, including collection from plants, separation with waste partners, supplier collections, sales to third parties and reconciliation of waste against SAP scrapping transactions
- Ensure invoices, receipts and other relevant documentation are accurate and comply with ISO 9001 and FSSC 22000 requirements
- Manage departmental budgeting and forecasting with the Supply Chain Executive, including wages, consumables, maintenance and projects
- Drive departmental projects through to completion and ensure efficiency gains are realised
- Manage the departmental budget
- Lead and develop the team through ongoing training, individual and team performance management, compliance with HR and IR policies and procedures, and adherence to training plans
- Maintain a safe working environment and excellent housekeeping standards
KEY COMPETENCIES AND REQUIREMENTS
The successful candidate will be expected to meet the following criteria:
- BCom degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics
- Proven track record in warehouse management and performance excellence within an FMCG supply chain environment
- Strong SAP knowledge, including the ability to troubleshoot system issues
- Sound understanding of the plastics and packaging industry
- Computer literacy, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Self-disciplined, proactive and results-driven
- Ability to build effective working relationships quickly
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