Company: Pedros Flame Grilled Chicken
Industry: Sales / Retail
Posted: Sep 8, 2025
Deadline: Sep 30, 2025
Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: Bachelors
Experience:
Location: Western Cape
City: Cape Town
Field: Logistics , Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain
Job Description
Position Description:
- A distribution centre manager will lead and oversee the daily operations of the distribution centre.
- Responsibilities include managing a team, optimizing processes, ensuring inventory accuracy, production targets are met whilst maintaining safety and efficient working conditions.
- Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the distribution centre, including goods receipt, order fulfilment, and production.
- Lead, mentor, and manage distribution centre staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
- Assign tasks, set priorities, and provide guidance to ensure a productive and motivated team.
- Implement inventory control measures, including stock tracking, cycle counts, and regular reconciliation.
- Maintain accurate records of stock levels, stock movements, and adjustments.
- Continuously review and improve distribution centre processes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and meet performance targets.
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to distribution operations.
- Enforce quality control standards to maintain product quality and prevent damage or loss.
- Conduct regular inspections to ensure products are stored safely and securely.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, promote a safe working environment, and respond to safety concerns or incidents.
- Conduct safety training and ensure staff follow safety procedures.
- Ensure that distribution centre equipment, such as forklifts and conveyor systems, is well-maintained and in good working condition.
- Schedule equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
- Maintain accurate records related to inventory, orders, safety, and distribution centre activities.
- Generate reports and provide data analysis to support management decisions.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (a degree is supply chain management or logistics is a plus)
- Proven experience in distribution centre or warehouse management or a supervisory role.
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Inventory Management
- Warehouse Management Systems
- Material Handling Equipment
- Quality Control and Assurance
- Safety Regulations
- Process Optimization
- Equipment Maintenance
- Layout and Organization
Closing Date 22 September 2025
