Warehouse and Distribution Supervisor

Job Description

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 Overall responsibility for logistics, inventory management, delivery and warehouse
operations.
 Responsible for smooth operations for goods and services. Requires liaising with suppliers,
vendors, couriers, and transport companies.
 Managing flow of inventory at all locations, which involves overseeing team performance,
expediting the receiving and shipping of goods, and ensuring efficient, organized storage.
 Managing and designing back-of-house areas such as loading bays, stock handling areas,
storage rooms, and waste management in accordance with local regulations.
 Developing operational processes, designing logistics systems, detailing equipment
requirements, and forecasting staffing levels.
 Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information
confidential.
 Supporting and leading stock-taking activities, managing replenishment and over-stocking of
inventory, and recommending adjustments to management.
 Performs any other duties normally associated with the position

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS EXPERIENCE
 Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management and/or relevant field
 Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant warehouse management experience
 Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
 Strong administrative, documentation skills and proficient in reporting
 Proficient in preparing, managing and monitoring budgets
 Expert in Microsoft Office Suite Applications
 Experience using an ERP programme is preferred
 Confidential and trustworthy, with effective leadership capabilities
 Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines on a consistent basis
 Analytical with keen attention to details and solutions oriented
 Willingness to learn new tasks, deal with challenges and adapt to changing demands