Warehouse and Distribution Manager (Perishables) at Summit Recruitment and Search

Key Responsibilities

• Efficiently manage warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, inventory control, and order picking.
• Implement and maintain best practices including FIFO (First in First Out) to ensure the safe and organized storage of food products.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with the procurement team to ensure optimal stock levels.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain a clean/ sanitary warehouse environment and conduct regular safety training for any other warehouse and distribution staff.
• Oversee the scheduling of deliveries and shipments to meet customer and retail partner demands.
• Optimize use of shared vehicle assets through effective route planning, to reduce costs and delivery times.
• Monitor the performance of delivery drivers and establish delivery standards.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries and resolve any delivery-related issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including food safety, OSHA, and transportation laws.
• Maintain daily stock reports and share with the respective sales managers.
• Report any stock or logistics related issues in a timely manner.
• Generate weekly and monthly reports on warehouse and distribution, including key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.

Qualifications

• Relevant business-related Degree preferably in Food Science or related field.
• Must have a Minimum of 5 years experience in warehouse and distribution management within the food industry preferably for Beef, Chicken and Fish.
• Strong knowledge and experience in cold storage for perishables.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Competency in IT systems including MS Office, warehouse management software and reporting.
• A team player with good leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to identify operational bottlenecks and implement effective solutions.

Deadline for applications: 16th April 2024