Operations Manager
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Job Location:
Johannesburg - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
17 hours 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 Were seeking an experienced Operations Manager to optimize warehouse efficiency lead staff ensure customer satisfaction manage inventory ensure safety compliance drive process improvements control budgets and coordinate logistics.
WHAT WE ARE:
Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and have been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation we are redefining the boundaries of possibility continuously setting new standards for efficiency sustainability and excellence. At Maersk we believe in the power of diversity collaboration and continuous learning and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organization reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve. At Maersk we are accelerating our logistics & services products to become the global integrator of container logistics and looking for team players to help us execute our process improvement initiative for Contract Logistics services. Join us as we harness cutting-edge technologies and unlock opportunities on a global scale. Together lets sail towards a brighter more sustainable future with Maersk.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operational Efficiency
Ensure the warehouse operations run smoothly and efficiently optimizing workflows and processes to meet company standards and client expectations.
Team Management
Lead and manage the warehouse staff including hiring training and performance evaluation ensuring that all team members are aligned with the companys goals and objectives.
Customer Service
Maintain excellent customer service standards addressing client inquiries and issues and ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
Inventory Management
Oversee inventory levels ensuring accuracy and availability and implementing inventory control systems to prevent discrepancies.
Safety and Compliance
Ensure that all warehouse activities comply with safety regulations and industry standards conducting regular safety audits and training sessions.
Process Improvement
Continuously assess and improve warehouse processes implementing new technologies and best practices to enhance efficiency and productivity.
Financial Management
Monitor and manage the warehouse budget controlling costs and maximizing profitability while maintaining high service levels.
Coordination and Communication
Act as a liaison between different departments ensuring seamless communication and coordination to support overall logistics operations.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Someone with:
Bachelors degree in logistics supply chain management business administration or a related field.
Minimum 3- 5 years of experience in logistics and supply chain management.
Proven track record in managing warehouse and distribution operations.
Experience in contract logistics is a plus
Proficient in warehouse management systems (WMS) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
Familiarity with logistics software and tools
Skills and Competencies:
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Proficiency in data analysis and performance metrics.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
System Knowledge:
Other Requirements:
Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
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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
- Six Sigma
- Lean
- Management Experience
- Process Improvement
- Microsoft Outlook
- Analysis Skills
- Warehouse Management System
- Operations Management
- Kaizen
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Retail Management
About Company
Maersk Line is a Danish international container shipping company and the largest operating subsidiary of the Maersk Group, a Danish business conglomerate. It is the world's largest container shipping company by both fleet size and cargo capacity, serving 374 offices in 116 countries
