Logistics Inventory & Compliance Manager
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Job Location:
Durban - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Would you like to be part of a value-driven commercially oriented international environment where we enable global trade every day We have an opportunity for a Logistics Inventory & Compliance Manager that will drive global Warehouse execution standards within Warehouse and Distribution environment using in-house standard tools processes and improvement initiatives to optimize total cost of ownership (TCO) throughout the lifecycle of maintained equipment. Drive stock availability and overstocking/ understocking risk mitigations by balancing the demand-supply equation.
WHAT WE OFFER:
When you join Maersk youll find that the world is your workplace. Youll work in a culturally diverse stimulating environment surrounded by new ideas and different ways of doing things. We believe in individual performance within highly professional teams supported by our distinctive values. To us teamwork means acceptance respect dedication and the idea that we can achieve more when we all pull together. Living our values means competing in the marketplace in an ethical way so our name is synonymous with being a credible and valuable business partner. Through Constant Care and Humbleness we strive to prepare for the future while never forgetting that our customers and competitors are key to our ability to our daily work Uprightness and Our Employees mean that transparency and accountability in everything we do go hand in hand with being an inspiring challenging place to work. At Maersk we take pride in hiring the best person for the job irrespective of gender age nationality or religious belief.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Inventory Management:
Oversee and manage daily inventory operations ensuring accurate and efficient receipt storage and dispatch of goods.
Ensure proper labelling storage and documentation of inventory items.
Maintain accurate inventory records and reconcile inventory records with financial statements.
Conduct regular audits and stock counts including quarterly wall-to-wall counts and weekly cycle counts.
Identify and address inventory discrepancies taking corrective action as necessary.
Implement and maintain inventory management procedures and policies.
Develop and maintain effective inventory control procedures to ensure stock accuracy and availability.
Monitor inventory levels and coordinate stock replenishment to avoid overstock or stockout situations.
Oversee regular inventory audits cycle counts and reconciliation processes.
Analyze inventory data and generate regular reports for management.
Warehouse Operations:
Coordinate with the Warehouse Supervisor to assign personnel for receiving storing and dispatching inventory.
Ensure inventory is properly stored in designated locations based on size weight and fragility.
Monitor and optimize storage space consolidating inventory where necessary to free up space.
Conduct regular inspections of aisles for damaged stock locations and packaging issues.
System Management:
Implement and manage the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to streamline inventory processes.
Ensure all personnel are trained and proficient in using the WMS.
Regularly review and update WMS data to ensure accuracy.
Utilize WMS to generate reports on inventory levels stock movements and discrepancies.
Reporting and Analysis:
Generate and analyze inventory reports including stock aging reports and process improvement logs.
Communicate findings and recommendations to the Site Manager and other relevant stakeholders.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory management such as stock accuracy on-time delivery and damage rates.
Compliance and Safety:
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations industry standards and company policies related to inventory management.
Implement and enforce health safety security and environmental (HSSE) protocols within the warehouse.
Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate potential hazards in inventory management.
Team Leadership:
Lead and mentor the inventory management team including cycle counters and inventory control staff.
Conduct performance reviews and provide training and development opportunities.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence within the team.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Someone with:
Diploma in Supply Chain Inventory Logistics Business Administration or a related field.
5 years of experience in inventory management preferably in a multi-principal warehouse environment.
Proven experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and inventory control software and advance Microsoft Excel skills
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
Knowledge of relevant regulations industry standards and best practices in inventory management.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Advantageous Skills:
Experience with SAP Oracle or other advanced WMS platforms.
Familiarity with lean warehouse practices and continuous improvement methodologies.
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Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race colour gender sex age religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy or parental leave veteran status gender identity genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Shipping & Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Data Entry
- AS400
- Transportation Management Systems
- EDI
- Microsoft Outlook
- Warehouse Experience
- Office Experience
- Dispatching
- Microsoft Excel
- Logistics
About Company
For over 100 years, our customers have been changing and improving the world through trade. It has always been our passion and privilege to be their trusted, open and brave partner. Making trade more effective and our customers more successful.
