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