Warehouse/ Dispatch Supervisor

Warehouse/ Dispatch Supervisor - DurbanJob SummaryThe ideal candidate must be an experienced warehouse supervisor to manage and oversee all warehouse activities, ensure efficient processes, and maximize warehouse productivity.The warehouse supervisor's responsibilities include supervising employees, coordinating logistical processes, ensuring the quality of goods, and preparing relevant documentation.The core purpose of the role is the responsibility for all operations of the warehouse, including picking, packing, stock control and supervising operations.Qualifications:Management, warehouse, logistics or a related field preferred.Previous experience as a warehouse supervisor or a similar management position.Strong working knowledge of warehouse operations and management.Time management skills and the ability to delegate.Excellent leadership and organizational skills.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry software.Problem-solving skills.KEY PERFORMANCE AREASWarehouse ControlStock ControlDistribution ControlReceiving ControlAdministrationWarehouse ControlStrategically control the warehouse in conjunction with the company’s policies and strategic objectives.Control receiving, picking, packing and distribution processes effectively.Control day-to-day operations of the warehouse in order to achieve Departmental objectives and targets.Cost management of all warehouse activities.Stock Controlstock control and reconcile with data storage system.Oversee, complete, and ensure stock takes are conducted.Ensure all stock discrepancies are reported as Non-conformances within guidelines, investigated and communicated to Branch Manager.Control and minimize scrap and ensure authorization before any items are scrapped.Ensure silicone is discarded according to environmental legislation.Ensure Touch up is discarded according to environmental legislation.Setup warehouse layout and ensure efficient space utilization.Ensure all stock items are allocated to bins.Ensure all bins are labelled correctly.Ensure all stock is packaged according to company procedures.All stock in bins to be neatly wrapped to prevent damages.Distribution ControlControl logistics function, ensuring all orders are dispatched timeously, including:Manage freight forwarders and ensure timeous collection from couriers.Route planning.Control dispatch quality, delivery times, transport costs and efficiency.Ensure dispatch accuracy as per Invoice, on time and in full, as per Dispatch Procedures.Ensure IBTR’s (Inter-Branch Transfers) are completed as per company procedures.Ensure adequate staffing requirements.Check and verify shipping records, manage queries on shipping shortages or overages timeously.Ensure uptime of fleet to deliver on customer service requirements, including:Preventative/ad hoc maintenance and readiness for unplanned downtime,Ensure all vehicles are serviced as per service schedules.Ensure all vehicle inspections are completed