Logistics Manager | SAB Careers

SAB Careers – Logistics Manager

The Logistics Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring operational excellence and adherence to standards across various aspects of logistics management.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Safety & Environment:

• Ensure a safe and healthy working environment for all stakeholders.
• Maintain compliance with legislative requirements, focusing on safety standards.
• Implement and manage safety-related protocols and procedures.
• Participate in safety reviews and risk assessments, ensuring timely mitigation plans.

Quality:

• Ensure adherence to quality guidelines specified by the Zone.
• Manage stock age and DOC to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with Planning, Manufacturing, and Commercial teams to address quality concerns.

People:

• Maintain a healthy Industrial Relations (IR) climate through regular engagements.
• Align frontline goals and meeting routines for continuous improvement.
• Conduct monthly engagements with direct reports and union representatives.
• Drive engagement index improvement through effective coaching.

VPO (Vital Plant Operations):

• Ensure adherence to VPO guidelines and meeting routines.
• Conduct daily Silo Block Meetings and implement standard processes.
• Track KPIs/PIs and apply problem-solving tools for continuous improvement.
• Foster a culture of 5S and conduct regular improvement exercises.

Continuous Improvement:

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement through effective benchmarking.
• Engage with HRBP to maintain Training Needs Analysis (TNA) for staff development.
• Drive problem-solving culture using VPO tools from frontline to senior management.

Governance:

• Ensure adherence to internal compliance controls for vendor payments, SOX, and CSA.
• Train management teams on the Code of Business Conduct and compliance protocols.
• Maintain healthy relationships with external stakeholders to ensure operational efficiency.

Service Level:

• Manage relationships with agricultural teams, depots, and transporters.
• Ensure strict adherence to inventory policies and SLAs.
• Plan and schedule production plans, manage vehicle dispatches, and optimize logistics KPIs.

Budgets:

• Set yearly budgets and drive adherence to flexed budgets.
• Assume overall accountability for Silo Block spend and manage internal movement losses/gains.
• Account for budget overspends/underspends and implement corrective actions.

Profile:

• Possess a 3-year degree in Logistics or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in management, logistics, distribution/warehousing, and finance.
• Familiarity with local market environments and legislative requirements.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to adapt to change and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent numerical and analytical abilities, with superior planning skills.