Website DSV
In 1976, 9 independent trucking companies and a business developer joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world’s 5th largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers’ entire supply chain by tra… read morensporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Vision and strategy Our vision is supported by five strategic focus areas that set the ambition for DSV. We want to be a leading global supplier, fulfilling the customer needs for transport and logistics services, targeting extensive growth and being among the most profitable in our industry. This way we are able to set the pace and direction of our own development while being an attractive business partner. 1st Floor Podium, John Ross House, 22-36 Margaret Mncadi Avenue Durban 4001 South Africa
Tertiary Qualification(s)
Matric, Tertiary qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering an advantage.
Experience in warehouse -and transport industry.
Additional Computer Skills
Knowledge in Warehouse Management Systems
Proficient in Excel for data management and reporting is essential
Job-related Requirements
2 – 3 years experience in planning, scheduling & balancing of operational workload in a warehouse environment
Experience in a warehousing environment is essential Intricate understanding of work balancing and capacity planning between multiple departments within an operation to find synergies to be able to achieve the highest output from a limited amount of resources
Sound and proven skills in Planning, Organizing, Directing, Controlling & Monitoring.
Must be able to meet and manage customer expectations and ensure compliance to Policies, Regulations, Work Instructions and Workloads.
Good interpersonal skills for client account management. Very good analytical and -problem solving skills, and ability to think logically.
ADDED ADVANTAGES FOR THIS ROLE
Experience in fashion & retail environment
Electives
High rated in the following:
Warehousing & initiatives / projects / improvements
Planning and warehouse software
Customer orientated
Committed
Good team player
Eager to learn & grow
Multi-skilling
Must be able to work in a diverse environment
Positive attitude
Excellent client relationship history
System & process enhancement experience & ability
Ability to think & plan long term
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
This role will be responsible for the coordinating, planning and control of daily, weekly and monthly tasks within a Distribution Center: Expediting, planning, scheduling & balancing of activities and resources to ensure internal & external requirements are met.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Understand the customer’s business Understand the customer’s customer requirements
Develop a strong, trusting relationship with clients
Deep understanding of contractual SLAs & KPIs
Adherence to HSE compliance and responsibilities
Adherence to tasks not stipulated in job profile i.e. audit compliance, adhoc duties due to operational requirements.
Query management Complete daily system checks to ensure all orders are planned and executed as per customer KPI’s
Logistics Coordinator:
Daily analysis of the outbound schedules, and capacities, compare it to the available resources and create an optimal warehouse execution plan to achieve the highest output for the facility
Plan according to SLA
Ensure available time to process specific lines and units to achieve required SLA
Ensure execution of client orientated trackers
Communicate timeously and rectify deviation of the plan
Ensure aging is up to date and shortages is communicated
Have clear and consistent communication within and between relevant stakeholders to ensure all achievements and exceptions are managed pro-actively to ensure proper management of expectations
Must push back to relevant stakeholders when the targets are not achievable and create alternatives to the challenges to ensure best outcome is achieved
Job Rotation: Rotation amongst team members to create flexibility and personal growth.
Consistently reviewing data to identify areas of improvement to further improve the output of the operation and deliverables within the team
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