Logistics Manager - PFG (Springs)

PFG is the leading manufacturer of float glass in Southern Africa, as well as laminated glass and mirrors. The company produces 260 000 tons of float glass products per annum, supplying into both domestic and international building and automotive industries.

Your opportunity to drive excellence in warehousing and transport operations at PFG, ensuring safety, efficiency, and seamless customer service across diverse markets. Lead strategic initiatives, optimize processes, and foster continuous improvement while managing inventory, distribution, and a dynamic team.  

Main job purpose: 

Manage all PFG warehousing and Transport Operations to ensure a Safe and Efficient operation and to service and support the PFG customer base in a sustainable manner across all markets. 

Main Objective: 

• Manage all warehouse personnel, including: Performance management and employee        development.
• Benchmark, review and introduce systems to optimise efficient delivery of warehouse services in a sustainable manner.
• Coordinate delivery of services with other PG Group Operations to promote synergy and grow so as to provide strategic partnerships that enhance.
• The development and Implementation of new business processes, handling equipment, product packaging, transport equipment and resourcing as and when required by changes in business requirements or strategic direction.
• Effective management of Inventory and Distribution activities in and out of the Warehouses, including the management of group tenants sharing these facilities.
• Delivery of consistent, accurate and on-time reporting which include operational and financial analysis highlighting key risk and opportunities
• Ensure adherence to all quality control systems including, ISO 9000
• Drive the introduction of World Class performance and Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Coordinate adherence to the PFG business integration planning and ensure order execution
• Manage departmental budget and costs and Develop Capex plan for the development and implementation of new warehouse and transport initiatives over a three year window.
• Manage and Control Safety in the Logistics environment to ensure a safe and functional work environment in line with OSH Act and PFG Requirements across all Warehouse and Transport Operations.
• Participate in assisting customers and other PG Group Companies to set up and start new operations, including: Facility selection, Material Handling and Racking selection, assistance with facility layouts and the training of staff to safely handle glass.

Qualifications: 

Grade 12 

BCom Degree in Industrial Engineering or Logistics Management

Knoweldge: 

Knowledge of relevant legislation (LRA, OSH Act & Road Traffic Act)ng & transport

Microsoft Proficiency (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint, MS BI)

Transport Management 

Continuous improvement and World Class Manufacturing systems

Working knowledge in Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Quality Management

Diverse work experience in different organisational functions and areas

Working knowledge of SAP (SD,PP and MM)

Warehouse & Transport Management

People leadership 

Contract Management

Financial Management

Project Management 

Skills:

Business Acumen

People Management and Interactive Skills

Conflict Management

Presentation, Facilitation and Communication skills

Change Management and Continuous Improvement

Influential Leadership Skills

Coaching & Mentoring skills

Planning & Organising skills

Negotiation skills

Financial Management skills

Problem Solving & Analytical skills

Project Management

Decision Making skills 

Experience:

8-10 Years of Operational Management Experience in Supply Chain Environment or Manufacturing environment

Transport Environment

Experience in implementing WCM & driving CI Projects

5 Years General Management in a small to medium Logistics or Manufacturing environment

Planning Environment

Working knowledge of Six Sigma

Warehouse Environment 

Procurement Environment 

PG Group, and its subsidiaries, are committed to the principles of employment equity and as such are equal opportunity employers.  Qualified applicants who apply for any vacancies will be considered with due consideration based on of fairness and equity. Factors such as race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability are not consider exclusively and are not determinative of any appointments made by PG Group or its subsidiaries.

Requisition ID: 2764