An exciting opportunity has become available for a Production Planning and Logistics Head in Durban.
Purpose of the position
Provide and manage a competent and overall service to the company in relation to inbound and outbound logistics; production planning and management of external stakeholder (suppliers and customers) relationships.
Responsibilities
- Manage our production planning and logistics department
- Lead and manage staff and available resources
- Ensure compliance of the business with relevant regulations in this field
- Manage and oversee departmental budget
- Develop, implement, and manage policies and processes of the department
- Identify and manage risks associated with the role
- Manage an effective production planning system
- Purchasing of raw material
- Manage the supply chain of the business, from raw material inventory to finished goods, including the despatching thereof
- Provide management expertise to the facility, representing customers and other facilities internally
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree / Diploma in Logistics
- 3 – 5 Years’ experience in Logistics management role
- Preferable a person who has worked with OEM customers
- Experienced in dealing with suppliers and customers at global level
- Experience in managing staff and available resources
- Strong understanding of global logistics compliance requirements and shipments
- Good organisational and leadership skill
Desired Skills:
- Logistics manager
- automotive
- Production
Desired Qualification Level:
- Diploma