Raw Materials Team Lead at Ntice Sourcing Solutions (Pty) Ltd.

About the position

Our leading manufacturing client is looking for an experienced Raw Materials Store Team Leader to manage an offsite raw materials and secondary packaging operation in KwaZulu-Natal.

Key Performance Areas

• Overall supervision of the offsite Raw Materials Store, including secondary packaging and divider cleaning operations.
  
  
• Ensure correct batching and strict FIFO management of all materials, including cataloguing of regrind and issuing oldest stock first.
  
  
• Oversee the goods returns process for secondary packaging, including:
  
  
  
  
  • Customer returns
    
    
  • Inspection for damage and scrap
    
    
  • Notification to the business of damages
    
    
  • Return of acceptable stock
    
    
  
  
• Identify control risks and implement mitigation measures (e.g. stock counts, stock movements, and process controls).
  
  
• Supply secondary packaging to the main site, ensuring all requirements are delivered on time.
  
  
• Conduct weekly, monthly, and annual stock takes, including unplanned spot checks.
  
  
• Receipt and administer raw materials stock, including all SAP transactions.
  
  
• Oversee divider cleaning operations and ensure sufficient divider availability for the business.
  
  
• Take responsibility for stock variances relating to raw materials and packaging.
  
  
• Perform incoming inspection checks for packaging to ensure specifications are met, including:
  
  
  
  
  • Pallet dimensions
    
    
  • Secondary packaging dimensions and artwork
    
    
  
  
• Ensure correct handling of stock and that all spillages and breakages are reported.
  
  
• Manage maintenance of offsite equipment, including divider cleaners, floor cleaners, and other operational equipment.
  
  
• Ensure shuttle trucks are loaded timeously.
  
  
• Maintain high levels of internal and external customer satisfaction.
  
  
• Oversee waste management operations, including:
  
  
  
  
  • Collection from plants
    
    
  • Separation in conjunction with waste partners
    
    
  • Supplier collections
    
    
  
  
• Ensure all documentation relating to invoicing, receipts, and stock movements complies with ISO 9001 and FSSC 22000 standards.
  
  
• Day-to-day team management of divider cleaners, GRV processors, forklift drivers, packers, and cleaners.
  
  
• Drive continuous training and development, manage individual and team performance, and ensure compliance with HR and IR policies and procedures.
  
  
• Maintain a safe working environment with excellent housekeeping standards.
  
  

Key Competencies & Requirements

• Post-matric qualification in Supply Chain or a related field.
  
  
• Proven track record within an FMCG supply chain environment.
  
  
• Working knowledge of SAP will be advantageous.
  
  
• Strong computer literacy (Excel, Word, Outlook).
  
  
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail and accuracy.
  
  
• Self-disciplined, driven, and results-focused.
  
  
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships quickly and effectively.
  
  

Desired Skills:

• Raw
• Materials
• Team