Dis-Chem Pharmacies’ in KwaZulu Natal - New Germany has an opportunity available for a DC Trainee Manager (Disptach) to join the team. The main purpose of this role will be to achieve operational excellence within the Dis-Chem Distribution centre incorporating functions in necessary areas, ensuring that both legal and customer requirements are met. Minimum Requirements: Essential: Grade 12 - Matric or Senior Certificate Degree/Diploma in Logistics or Supply Chain Management Minimum 1-2 Years relevant experience in Distribution, Logistics or Supply Chain Environment Advantageous: Relevant experience in the field of Logistics/Supply Chain Management Experience in the Retail/Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Experience with SAP, EWM or other ERP systems Job Description: To participate in all employee-related management functions including interviewing, hiring, training, coaching, motivation, discipline, performance appraisal Prevent and act on security or risk issues and ensure that risks are dealt with proactively Analyse, interpret any shrinkage indicators, and act accordingly Collaborate with Distribution Centre employees and other staff to ensure business goals are met Ensure all supplier deliveries are received, checked, processed and put away within agreed timelines and according to Dischem Policies and Procedures Manage and interpret inbound related issues Plan the delivery schedules and staff requirements Maintain a stock rotation on an inventory based on FEFO (First Expiry First Out) principle Set up continuous processes to eliminate recurring short falls and organisation challenges Achieve and maintain acceptable adjustment figures within the inbound department Ensure that stock locations are optimized within the distribution centre Analyse data to anticipate future needs Ensure that all stock is received and packed away and accurately maintained on the system Assist with implementation and optimization of new projects related to improving the efficiency of operations Ensure that all equipment is maintained and in safe operating conditions Optimize planning and forecasting of department resources to meet the daily strategic objective defined by the quantity of orders in the system Determine staffing requirements and plan accordingly Ensure that the Packaging Department tasks are sorted according to priority and are executed as per instructions received Ensure optimal route and space planning to meet the day-to-day strategic objectives Understand and execute the planning process involved when stock leaves the distribution centre Ensure routing of vehicles to ensure optimum utilisation and vehicle turnaround times Competencies Essential: Ability to work under pressure Deadline driven Demonstrate an understanding of the necessary leadership principles, values, principles of behaviour and leads by example Demonstrate personal initiative Take accountability for own actions Demonstrate an understanding of and a commitment to corporate governance principles Demonstrate a service mind-set and ensures everything within reason is done to achieve service excellence. Have the ability to build effective and productive relationships at all levels. Have the ability to influence service providers and build effective relationships within a team environment. Have the ability to acknowledge conflict, give positive / difficult feedback and make decisions while maintaining individual dignity and respect. Special conditions of employment: South African Citizen MIE, clear criminal and credit Driver’s license and/or own reliable transport Remuneration and benefits: Market related salary Medical aid Provident fund Staff account ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE, PLEASE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL. Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem’s Employment Equity&Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr