Distribution Controller
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
· Manage all product distribution, media and non-media, including
Informal trade network, Door to door delivery’s subscription
delivery and Retail in a specified area within a geographical area
· Proactively plan and enforce compliance to deliver a high level of
service.
· Ensure an efficient and cost-effective distribution network by
playing a leading role in dynamic route planning projects to
optimise area cost and service
· Directly manage distribution through disciplined and well trained
contractors
· Appoint contractors within agreed standards and within the
company’s rules and approved remuneration structures.
· Communicate all relevant policies
· Daily, Weekly and monthly measuring of contractor compliance
and Reporting.
· Resolve any escalated issues from Service centre and ensure
feedback within agreed turnaround times.
· Lead the approach to resource planning, optimisation and
management in order to utilise networks across OtD in order to
improve efficiency
· Manage area within agreed budget and efficiency projects and
targets
· Direct reports are recruited, assessed, trained and resource
achieves optimum performance within budget.
· Problems are identified proactively, root causes identified speedily
and practical steps are taken to prevent the recurrence of such
problems.
Minimum requirements
Matric or equivalent
Must have own vehicle
Previous experience in managing SLAs and external contractors;
Knowledge of distribution principles;
Knowledge of inventory management;
Valid driver’s license at least code EB;
Knowledge of operating systems/applications( Qlikcloud, SCM, Shiplogic)