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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | BUSINESS EQUIPMENT INDUSTRY SEPTEMBER 2008 |
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Warehouse & Distribution Supervisor |
| Position Code: | 8105 | | Career Level: | 3 |
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Responsible for
Supervising and coordinating the day-to-day activities of Warehouse & Distribution employees. |
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Reports To
Warehouse & Distribution Manager |
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Supervises
Stores & Warehouse employees. |
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Main Activities
Determining work requirements and allocating duties to Warehouse employees.
Conferring with Warehouse Manager to organise effective receipt, storage and dispatch of stock.
Ensuring customer requirements with respect to delivery, time and quantity are met by directing and controlling the rail and road distribution operations.
Implementing improvements to warehouse processes and facilities.
Minimising the cost of transport operation by analysing and implementing procedures that result in optimal fleet utilisation.
Explaining and enforcing work safety issues to all Warehouse employees.
Operating a warehouse management system to ensure seamless tracking of stock .
Assisting, when required, with security responsibilities and/or with garage responsibilities such as truck cleaning and fuel supplies.
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Key Skills
Proficiency in warehouse management systems and ERP principles.
Effective communication and people management skills.
Understanding of Occupational Health & Safety principles and legislation.
Strong analytical and process management skills.
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Internal Contacts
Warehouse Management, Accounts Department, Logistics, Operations Staff, Credit Control, Senior Management. |
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External Contacts
System Vendors, Transport Companies, Rail Authorities, Suppliers. |
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Typical Experience
At least 3 years in a warehousing/distribution/logistics environment. |
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