Distribution Allocator (Durban West) at PEP

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To coordinate and plan operational work plans within the DC to maximize productivity. As a Wave Master, you will be responsible for both administrative and operational duties and have primary responsibility for allocating orders, releasing work to the warehouse floor, balancing workflow, and ensuring inbound and outbound  run within acceptable levels to meet store needs and demands. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Waved released in accordance  with Manhattan (WMS) sequencing , orders are waved and processed in order of priority
• Assign and monitor the work required for wave (picking and replenishments)
• Ensure work balance across warehouse zones
• Releases waves and updates DC progress statistics throughout the day
• Assist in supporting standard facility Key Performance Indicators (KPI) which consistently meet/exceed established goals in safety, quality, sanitation and maintenance
• Work closely with the inventory department and on-site personnel to resolve any  problems with the day’s orders
• Foster clear communication with your team and internal contacts to address service related interests
• Participate in operational excellence initiatives (Lean, Kaizen) focused on improving wave efficiency and accuracy.
• Act as the subject matter expert on wave planning processes, tools, and reporting.
• Ensure DBN’s are available for waving within the lead time requirement
• Communicates all ageing with DC Stakeholders
• Communicates with Control Tower and Merchandisers on DBN’s to be cancelled 
• Provide MET tool Training for all functions in the DC

Requirements

• Matric
• Computer Literate: G-Suite 
• Minimum 1 year working experience in a similar position within a warehousing environment
• Experience using WMS (Manhattan preferred) 
• Competencies required: Planning, organizing and monitoring, Detail orientation, Building and maintaining relationships, Communication, problem solving, training and mentoring 

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