The Distribution Operations Manager monitors and manages Distribution
Centers. A Distribution Operations Manager also develops employees to
achieve company targets and goals. He/She ensures that security,
inventory management and safety standards are maintained
Responsibilities:
Work closely with internal contacts to ensure stock flow from Distribution Center whilst improving productivity and managing operating costs
Project manage and implement new facilities
Develop, motivate, appraise and train employees
Plan all inventory activities, appraise all procedures for controlling shrinkage and take corrective action where necessary
Ensure all housekeeping and health and safety standards are consistent with company policy
Provide accurate reports and support to internal and external contacts
Control all controllable costs and manage all budgets, making recommendations for costs structures for new budgets
Ensure cost efficiency and service efficiency for all Distribution Center activity
Skills & Experience:
Minimum of 8 years logistics operations experience in a retail environment
Graduate qualification in logistics is desirable
Track record of minimum 5 years in managing a team in a multi site business
A good understanding of the Supply Chain cycle in a retail background would be a plus
Excellent organisational skills
Excellent communication skills and relationship building
Highly customer oriented
Experience in apparel, health & beauty or furniture logistics would be an advantage
Previous experience in implementing new operations/sites
Closing Date: 05-Jan-2013
Apply Online
Responsibilities:
Work closely with internal contacts to ensure stock flow from Distribution Center whilst improving productivity and managing operating costs
Project manage and implement new facilities
Develop, motivate, appraise and train employees
Plan all inventory activities, appraise all procedures for controlling shrinkage and take corrective action where necessary
Ensure all housekeeping and health and safety standards are consistent with company policy
Provide accurate reports and support to internal and external contacts
Control all controllable costs and manage all budgets, making recommendations for costs structures for new budgets
Ensure cost efficiency and service efficiency for all Distribution Center activity
Skills & Experience:
Minimum of 8 years logistics operations experience in a retail environment
Graduate qualification in logistics is desirable
Track record of minimum 5 years in managing a team in a multi site business
A good understanding of the Supply Chain cycle in a retail background would be a plus
Excellent organisational skills
Excellent communication skills and relationship building
Highly customer oriented
Experience in apparel, health & beauty or furniture logistics would be an advantage
Previous experience in implementing new operations/sites
Closing Date: 05-Jan-2013
Apply Online
