As a world leading company in food processing and packaging,
Tetra Pak’s motto ‘PROTECTS WHAT’S GOODTM’ reflects the philosophy upon which
we conduct our business in order to make food safe and available, everywhere.
Operating in more than 165 markets with over 20,000 employees, Tetra Pak believes in responsible industry leadership, creating profitable growth in harmony with good corporate citizenship and a sustainable approach to business.
We work closely with our suppliers and customers on preferred processing and packaging solutions to provide convenient, innovative and environmentally sound products to millions of people worldwide.
Warehouse and Distribution Manager
The focus of this position is working with and through others, building and
maintaining relationships and working closely and accurately within established
guidelines, structures and policies. There is a need for an effective
communicator, someone who is able to stimulate and motivate others.Operating in more than 165 markets with over 20,000 employees, Tetra Pak believes in responsible industry leadership, creating profitable growth in harmony with good corporate citizenship and a sustainable approach to business.
We work closely with our suppliers and customers on preferred processing and packaging solutions to provide convenient, innovative and environmentally sound products to millions of people worldwide.
Warehouse and Distribution Manager
Detail work is a major focus of the job and those details need to be handled quickly, correctly and efficiently. The job involves managing others, therefore, following up carefully and closely is required to ensure both correct work and maintenance of the relationships.
Scope of the Job
The Warehouse & Distribution Manager plans who reports to the Supply Chain Manager, directs and administers all aspects of the warehouse operations. In addition they will oversee the enforcement of all warehouse procedures and practice, as well as act as the interlaces with internal and external stakeholders.
Main Responsibilities:
Inventory Control
- Be
responsible for inventory control, inventory report and ownership of
physical inventory including accuracy of stock.
- Ensures
effective monitoring of stock and possible expiration dates to help
minimize loss due to obsolescence.
- Ensure
that all inventory movements are accompanied by necessary system
transactions on-line.
- Organize,
plan and manage periodical stock taking including daily cycle counts.
- Maintain,
manage and be accountable for the warehouse expense budget.
- Review
and resolve discrepancies related to stocks.
Operational Performance and Improvement
- Ensure
fast turn-around of trucks during receipt and dispatch.
- Ensure
efficient delivery of raw materials to production physically and on-line.
- Ensure
effective removal of factory waste and management of waste collections.
- Improve
customer satisfaction by ensuring effective finished goods movement.
- Ensure
integrity of data into the shipping management system.
- Champion
World Class Manufacturing Process deployment in the warehouse operations.
Employee Engagement and Performance Management
Core Competencies, Skills & Abilities
Core Competencies, Skills & Abilities
- Leadership
- Quality
standards
- Judgment
- High
level of integrity & honesty
- Planning
& Organization
- Communication
Qualifications
- Bachelors
Degree in Business related field.
- Diploma
in Procurement and Purchasing (CIPS or equivalent).
- Computer
Knowledge; Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience
- Extensive
experience in application of SAP in warehouse operations at Super User
level.
- Minimum
five (5) years working experience.
The Human Resources Manager,
Tetra Pak Limited
P.O. Box 78340, 00507,
Nairobi
or email address: recruitke@tetrapak.com to reach us on or before 20th January 2012.
Any incidence of canvassing will lead to a candidate’s disqualification.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Tetra Pak is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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