Raw Materials Manager KZN

An established FMCG manufacturing company in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking an experienced, results-driven Raw Materials Store Manager who is ready to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is an exciting opportunity to lead raw materials store operations, strengthen stock control and ensure the smooth, efficient supply of materials to production

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Overall management of raw materials stores (on-site and off-site), including secondary packaging and divider cleaning

• Maintain batch traceability and FIFO (First In, First Out) practices for HDPE and all materials, including cataloguing regrind and issuing the oldest bags first

• Manage the Goods Received Voucher (GRV) process

• Identify stock and process control risks and implement measures to mitigate or eliminate them, including stock counts, stock movements and process controls

• Manage the raw materials shuttle truck

• Conduct weekly, monthly and annual stocktakes, including unplanned spot checks

• Take responsibility for stock variances in raw materials and packaging

• Conduct incoming inspections of raw materials and packaging to ensure specifications are met, including:

  • HDPE / PP - bag weights
  • Pallets - dimensions
  • Secondary packaging - dimensions and artwork
  • Bags - dimensions and microns
  • Decoration - colour and artwork

• Administer raw materials stock transactions in SAP

• Ensure raw materials are distributed accurately and on time to production departments, and that stock is handled correctly

• Maintain adequate buffers of secondary packaging to support continuity of supply, and provide Procurement with weekly updates on decoration stock balances

• Maintain and manage off-site equipment, ensuring assets such as divider cleaners, floor cleaners and operating equipment are properly cared for

• Promote internal and external customer satisfaction

• Manage waste, including collection from plants, separation with waste partners, supplier collections, sales to third parties and reconciliation of waste against SAP scrapping transactions

• Ensure invoices, receipts and other relevant documentation are accurate and comply with ISO 9001 and FSSC 22000 requirements

• Manage departmental budgeting and forecasting with the Supply Chain Executive, including wages, consumables, maintenance and projects

• Drive departmental projects through to completion and ensure efficiency gains are realised

• Manage the departmental budget

• Lead and develop the team through ongoing training, individual and team performance management, compliance with HR and IR policies and procedures, and adherence to training plans

• Maintain a safe working environment and excellent housekeeping standards

KEY COMPETENCIES AND REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate will be expected to meet the following criteria:

• BCom degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics
• Proven track record in warehouse management and performance excellence within an FMCG supply chain environment
• Strong SAP knowledge, including the ability to troubleshoot system issues
• Sound understanding of the plastics and packaging industry
• Computer literacy, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Self-disciplined, proactive and results-driven
• Ability to build effective working relationships quickly