Distribution & PLanning Lead

PepsiCo · Johannesburg, Gauteng

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Responsibilities

Accountabilities

Operations Management & Distribution

Lead the design of optimal delivery routes to ensure timely and cost-effective transportation of goods.
Oversee the maintenance, scheduling, and use of delivery vehicles to ensure they are efficient and reliable.
Oversee stock levels and ensure that the right amount of inventory is maintained to meet delivery demand.
Ensure that all distribution activities comply with relevant health and safety regulations.
Design and drive implementation procedures to minimize the risk of accidents, productdamage, or other issues during storage and transportation.
Identify ways to reduce costs, such as optimizing routes, improving warehouseoperations, or reducing fuel consumption
Own the distribution budget, including transportation costs, labor, and warehouseexpenses.
Drive continuous delivery network optimization

People Growth and Leadership Lead and manage distribution structure to ensure smooth operations.

Set performance goals for the distribution team and regularly assess their performance tomaintain high productivity.
Ensure training to distribution staff on procedures, safety, and efficiency improvements.
Oversee all Industrial Relations and disciplinary procedures.
Oversee shift schedules and manage workforce allocation to meet operational needs. Systems, Procedures and Practices
Drive implementation of warehouse and transport management systems to streamlineoperations.
Ensure compliance with local and international transportation laws, including licenses,permits, and vehicle weight restrictions.
Design policies and ensure compliance with food safety standards during transportationand storage.
Ensure that the distribution process complies with environmental regulations, such asminimizing emissions and managing waste. Relationship Results
Build and maintain strong relationships, and ensure daily communication with salesdepartment to maximise sales
Build and maintain strong and ensure daily communications with the operationsteam to ensure that the right product is available in full and in time
Relationship with IDCs to ensure proper planning of distribution and routes compliance. Innovation and Improvement
Implement systems to ensure products with a shorter shelf life are distributed first
Identify ways to reduce costs, such as optimizing routes, improving warehouse operations, and optimise costs to serve. Values

Customer & Consumer Centric

Qualifications

Logistics, Supply Chain Diploma/Degree or similar qualification
Minimum 10 years relevant experience in warehousing and distribution within a unionized environment.
Minimum of 5 years in a leadership position
Proficient in MS Office and SAP or equivalent ERP system