Logistics Jobs
DIRECTORATE
Pharmaceutical Supply Chain
DIVISION
Operation
SUBDIVISION
Inventory Management and Warehousing
SECTION
Resource Management
Duration
12 Months
Salary
N$176 895 per annum
Transport allowance
N$ 8 760 per annum
Housing allowance
N$ 14 520 per annum
Key performance areas (KPAs):
- To support the Pharmacist and Pharmacist’s Assistant in the management of Warehouses.
- Ensure that the physical stock in the warehouse is balanced as well as reflecting the stock on Syspro, and to pack the stock on the warehouses according to FIFO/FEFO.
- Ensure that ordered stock is issued according to the picking slip and all stock issued are in the correct quantities, correct expiring date and appropriate quality.
- Liaise with receiving and Pharmacist’s Assistant and Pharmacist to ensure that the correct stock has been received, and delivered into the correct warehouse, as well as appropriately stored on the correct shelves
- Supervise the Assistant Warehouse Manager and Workhands and assign task to them in their day-today handling of stock.
- Support the Pharmacist’ Assistant and Pharmacists in ensuring that the correct volume of stock within the warehouse and ensure that the handling of Pharmaceuticals and Clinical Supplies are handled according to SOP.
- Ensure that stock out, damaged, expiring stock and fast items moving inventories are reported to the Pharmacist as well as all discrepancies within picking slip documented.
- Maintain an excellent working environment based on teamwork, integrity, handwork and high level of commitment.
- Assist in the implementation of Warehouses’ SOP and ensure that they are adhered to during all performing of all inventory management and warehousing activities.
- Ensuring the proper handling of stock and preventing the loss of stock due to theft, damage, and expiry.
Experience and Qualifications:
Minimum requirements:
- A minimum university Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Transport warehouse, Business Administration or related field NQF Level 6 and Grade 12 with 23 points.
Additional Requirement:
- A minimum of one year working experience with substantive experience in Pharmaceutical and Clinical Supply e.g., procurement, inventory control, warehousing, and logistics will be an added advantage.
Preference will be given to Namibian citizens and designated persons as prescribed by the Namibian Affirmative Action Act. Interested candidates should forward their resumes and relevant, recently certified documents to:
Email: vacancies@twahangana.com
Closing Date: 04 August 2023
– All foreign qualifications must be submitted together with the evaluation of qualifications by the Namibia Qualification Authority (NQA).
– Management reserves the right to use additional/relevant information as criteria for shortlisting.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted; should you not receive feedback after two weeks of the closing date, please take note that your application was unsuccessful.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
To manage the overall operations of the store by applying sound business principles and service excellence to customers and consumers in order to ensure profitability of the store.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Maximize sales turnover and gross profit through best practices.
- Minimize cost/ expenses and stock losses (shortages) through effective utilization of staff.
- Implement and maintain merchandising & QDVP4 standards in store.
- Accountable for the achievement of monthly budgeted targets.
- Maximize Gross Profit’s through effective buy-ins.
- Implement innovative business ideas that result into breakthrough targets.
- Monitor and promote operational and service standards constantly by practicing PnP Service Qualities.
- Attend to customers and their complaints.
- Build and maintain sound relationships with all internal and external stakeholders – partnership
- Maintain stores’ specific product ranges and product quality as per QDVP4 standards.
- Accountable for stock rotation according to FIFO method.
- See to it that no damaged or expired products are stocked.
- Manage stock levels and dormant stock.
- Manage stock holding days by utilizing roster order.
- Manage stock ordering and monitor delivery of stock.
- Oversee and manage all administrative duties of the store to ensure that they are completed within time limits and within company procedures.
- Oversee the scheduling and planning of staff working hours for the week and approve weekly schedules.
- Control store wages through appropriately monitoring and approving overtime and hours worked by staff.
- Run an inspection on the floor – Mule train.
- Perform day end functions after cashiers are done.
- Manage the housekeeping of the store and adherence to Food safety audit standards.
- Enforce compliance of the Health & Safety policy to all staff members and internal visitors.
- Conduct health and safety inspections on a daily basis and report monthly to Regional Manager and Support Office.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES:
- Grade 12
- Bachelor degree in Business Administration / Management or Retail Management, or equivalent and at least 5 years retail managerial experience
- A recognized Grade 12 Certificate and a minimum of 8 years’ retail experience of which 5 must be at management level.
- Code B Driver’s License
- Supermarket experience will be advantageous.
- Knowledge of budgetary contro
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:
- Assertive communication.
- Analytical ability /Business Analysis
- Attention to detail
- Planning and organizing skills
- Sound Numerical Knowledge
- Leadership ability
- Influencing skills
Closing Date: 23 June 2023
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
Check and control the receiving, storing and issuing tasks of storage personnel to ensure compliance with company rules and guidelines for storing and issuing fresh and frozen fish products.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Receive the finished products from the factory.
- Check that all finished products are packed according to specifications, e.g., temperature, product codes, production and “best before” dates, labels etc.
- Check that products are stored in an orderly fashion, in a way to optimise storing space, adhere to the “First in-First out” principle.
- Check that trucks and containers are loaded accurately and to optimal capacity and as quickly as possible (20 ft. in 11/2 hours and 40 ft. in 2-3 hours) and are sealed as soon as loading is completed.
- Check that sub-ordinates work productively and that overtime is kept to a minimum.
- Assist the Supervisor: Cold Storage with monthly stock-counts and daily stock control.
- Check that certain contract products are packed on designated pallets.
- Adhere to all relevant HACCP regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- Grade 12 (with pass marks in English and Mathematics)
- 3 years’ experience as a storekeeper, preferably in a cold store environment
- Certificate / diploma in storekeeping / warehousing
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
- Written communication
- Personal credibility
- Emotional intelligence
- Pro-active thinking
- Learning ability
- Adaptability
Closing Date: 27 June 2023
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Vacancy for a temporary Pre-Service Training Logistics Coordinator (Closing Date: Monday, April 17, 2023 at 12:30pm)
OPEN TO: Namibian Citizens
POSITION: Logistics Coordinator (1)
CLOSING DATE: 17 April 2023
Peace Corps, Namibia is seeking individuals to perform requirements of language and cross-culture teaching during Pre-Service Training (PST) for an estimated contract period 5 months beginning on June 04, 2023 and ending December 08, 2023 for a total of an estimated 90 working days.
Peace Corps, Namibia is a U.S. Government Agency assisting Namibia in meeting its need for a trained and qualified work force in the education, community enterprise development, and health fields.
BASIC FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION
- Ensures careful and proper transportation of all training supplies and equipment;
- Performs daily checks of vehicles and maintains them in clean and serviceable conditions;
- Coordinates regular servicing and repairs of vehicles with the General Service Manager;
- Maintains accurate daily mileage log books;
- Responsible for the safekeeping of the vehicle and safety of passengers;
- Reviews training supplies and equipment list with Training Manager and Coordinators and ensures procurement and delivery of all training supplies;
- Works with the Training Manager and Coordinators in the organization of Community Based Training (CBT) homestay visits during CBT;
- Arranges all “Swearing-in” equipment, flags, etc.;
- Works with the Training Manager, Coordinators and liaises with the General Services Manager to develop weekly transport schedules for the transportation of guest speakers, Volunteers and Peace Corps staff;
- Manages the training storeroom, maintains inventory lists and oversees distribution of training supplies and stationery;
- Organizes and coordinates refreshments during training;
- Assist driving staff, trainees and Volunteers to/from training sites and other authorized destinations.
- Assist in coordinates process of food voucher distribution to host families
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
- Completion of grade 12 or equivalent
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a logistics officer or related field
- Fluent in English and speaking a Namibian local language will be an advantage
- Demonstrated interpersonal, communication, organizational and administrative skills
- Ability to think creatively and work independently
- General knowledge of logistics
- Valid drivers license and excellent driving record
- General knowledge of vehicle maintenance, safety and operations, auto mechanical skills desirable
- Good knowledge of the local traffic laws and national routes
- Prior experience with Peace Corps Namibia is preferred.
This is a short term contract and not a permanent position.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Individuals meeting the minimum qualifications should submit a cover letter, detailed CV, and certified copies of qualifications to: U.S. Peace Corps, 19 Nachtigal Street, Ausspannplatz, Windhoek or Email: NA01-HR@peacecorps.gov
Attn: Human Resources Specialist. Applications will only be accepted during office hours: M-TH 7:30-17:15 and Friday 7:30-12:30. Deadline for submission: 12:30pm Monday 17 April 2023.
Faxed applications will not be accepted.
The U.S. Government is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Company Description
As the world leader in marine diamond recovery, we take pride in employing cutting-edge technology and exceptional people skills. Debmarine Namibia offers exciting careers in a performance-driven culture that makes meaningful contribution to the overall success of the Company. Debmarine Namibia requires the services of an Assistant Materials Controller. The successful incumbent will provide support and an audit for the physical logistical, outputs and deliverables of the Supply Chain Function at Lüderitz Warehouse to ensure seamless interaction and alignment between customers / stakeholders and Supply Chain.
Job Description
IN YOUR ROLE AS AN ASSISTANT MATERIALS CONTROLLER YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO:
Undertakes responsibility for the following Logistical Functions at Lüderitz Warehouse:
- Secures, controls, makes available and records inventory movements and those materials which require management and control.
- Manages and maintains physical warehousing principals in terms of ergonomics, lay-out, Health and Safety and preservation and legislative requirements.
- Adheres to the port operating practices and regulations.
- Manages the process of moving spares to different locations locally and across the borders.
- Ensures items are stored in accordance with best practices, ergonomics and in accordance with safety principles and systems references.
- Manages inventory counts and investigates inventory shortages.
- Compiles inventories in storage for further action.
- Assists with the disposal of obsolete items such as stock, non-stock, equipment and scrap steel via disposal, auctions and/or donations.
- Reviews and acts on audit findings for the Lüderitz Warehouse with formal feedback to the Materials Controller.
- Drafts and recommends new practices, procedures and principles to the Materials Controller and where applicable to the warehouse and its management teams to approve implementation.
- Co-operates with colleagues and with the Company appointed Agent in the Port to facilitate the achievement of Company objectives.
- Reviews and recommends updates and changes of related policies, procedures and practices.
- Implements safekeeping and control procedures.
- Adheres to and promotes Company policies and procedures relating to health, safety, security and environmental policies.
- Cooperates with the tug service provider to facilitate the achievement of Company objectives.
Qualifications
DO YOU MEET THE FOLLOWING EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS?
- National Diploma related to Supply Chain Management (NQF 6)
- Relevant degree will be an added advantage
- 3 years relevant logistics, warehousing and distribution experience
- Knowledge of SAP MM will be an added advantage
- Basic understanding of procurement
Additional Information
THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES ARE KEY TO THIS POSITION:
- Computer applications – MS Office Applications
- Deciding, initiating, persuading and influencing
- Leading and supervising
- Planning, organising, learning and researching skills
- Operating Model Principles
- Handle confidential matters
- Working with people, relating and networking
- Achieving personal work goals and objectives
Interested parties should please submit a comprehensive CV with proof of qualifications and experience by following the application and registration process via the Company website.
Preference will be given to Namibian citizens and designated persons as prescribed by the Namibian Affirmative Action Act.
WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and shall be subjected to further assessment and screening.
This section is only applicable to internal applicants: All applications from the De Beers Group of Companies should be forwarded to the respective line HOD before being submitted.
CLOSING DATE: 14 APRIL 2023
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Company Description
Namdeb’s alluvial mining operations offer unique challenges for professionals who wish to be part of a world-class operation. With established open-cast, coastal, and dredge mining operations as well as a variety of new technology-driven projects.
Namdeb offers developmental opportunities unmatched at most other mining operations. We are thus challenging individuals who can think outside the box to join our dynamic team in contributing towards the development and implementation of new-generation mining technology.
Job Description
The Challenge
- To issue reservations and transfer inventory efficiently and effectively to relevant end users and plants within Namdeb on a daily basis.
Qualifications
- Grade 12 Certificate (20 points over 5 subjects, and an E in English) or Equivalent National Senior Certificate
- Progression towards Certificate in Material Management or Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
- Computer literate in MS Office Suite, SAP
Additional Information
Job Specific competencies include:
- 2 years’ experience in the supply chain management environment.
- Applicant should be results orientated and display excellent communication skills.
- Excellent office management skills.
- Knowledge of: Materials Policies, Procedures, and Systems.
- Ability to plan forecasting on material management.
- Basic understanding of purchasing processes.
- Good Time Management Skills.
- Good Problem-Solving ability.
CLOSING DATE: 28 March 2023
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WHAT WILL YOU DO:
- Locate stock as per picking note and ensure correct products are efficiently loaded to customer and company vehicles.
- Verify product quality and quantity to the invoice.
- Monitor stock levels and report accordingly.
- Maintain a good company image by ensuring maximum customer satisfaction through service excellence.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- Excellent communication and skills..
- A proactive team player that pays attention to detail and has good administrative skills.
- Good product knowledge and customer service skills.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum Grade 11 (New Curriculum) or Grade 12 (NSSC-O) with 22 marks.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Picking / Despatch position in the Building or Retail industry.
- Computer literate – knowledge of the “Kerridge” computer system will be an advantage.
- Fluent communicator in English.
Closing Date: 09 March 2023
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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
To supervise the loading and delivery processes, including document and stock management and control, and to maintain the Distribution operational systems
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Schedule trucks and delivery team to loads;
- Briefing and de-briefing of drivers;
- Load tracking and queries/enquiries handling;
- Maintain Distribution related systems master data;
- Interaction with service providers;
- Supervise loading process;
- Engage with customers regarding returns discrepancies and document control (POD’s).
- Monitor applications and management of systems to ensure optimum value add to operation.
- Responsible for reassigning orders to loads to optimize capacity utilization.
- Be the first contact person for drivers before and after returning from routes.
- Communication /Contact point between Sales Representatives and Drivers.
- Implement and execute processes and procedures in line with Logistics operational requirements/needs.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES:
- Degree in Logistics/ Supply Chain Management;
- 1-3 years relevant working experience;
- MS Office (Excel), SAP, ERP and Fleet control systems will be an added advantage;
- Code B Driver’s License.
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:
- Assertive communication – reports, proposals.
- Attention to detail
- Numerical and analytical skills
- Interpersonal Skills
Closing Date: 01 February 2023
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An excellent career opportunity exists for interested and qualified candidates to apply for the above-mentioned positions at Namib Mills (Pty) Ltd, Windhoek.
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
To ensure quality output by executing general tasks supporting all related operations and productions.
KEY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
General:
- Assist Storeman with preparations for and during stock taking.
- Organize and maintain the packaging material storage facilities.
- Assist Storeman with daily set out of packaging material required for production use.
- Assist Storeman with receiving of stock.
- Assist Storeman with day-to-day duties.
- Report faults and defects to the Superior.
- Carry out adhoc tasks as given by the Superiors.
Cleanliness of premises:
- Ensure area is cleaned at all times according to company set standards.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Grade 10 with 1 – 2 years’ relevant experience
- Proficient in English
- Namibian citizen
- Valid Code C1 Driver’s Licence with a PDP
- Must be able to work weekends, overtime and on public holidays
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
- Well disciplined
- Hardworking
- Cooperativeness
Namib Mills (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. CV’S WITH FULL DETAILS CAN BE FORWARDED TO:
E-mail: hr3@namibmills.com.na (not larger than 2MB)
Subject line for applications should be: NMPP160123 – ASSISTANT: STOREMAN – PASTA
Only applications with this subject line will be considered
IT IS IMPERATIVE TO NOTE THAT ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEWS
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 23 JANUARY 2023
Location: Windhoek
Team Leader: Returns
Grade: C4
Purpose of Position
The incumbent is responsible for the operational management and supervision of the Ambient Warehouse and Returns Department. This includes stock on a daily, weekly and monthly basis and to implement, manage and improve all processes and procedures to facilitate the effective and efficient operations within these departments.
Qualifications & Experience:
- 1-3 year Diploma/1-4 year Certificate in Transport & Logistics Management;
- 3-5 years’ experience in operations MS Office (Excel), SAP, ERP and Fleet control systems will be an added advantage;
- MS Office, SAP, knowledge in logistics;
- Knowledge of cold chain in FMCG environment will be an advantage.
Key accountabilities:
- Oversee entire returns process with the view of ensuring that prescribed processes are followed.
- Implement strategy directives to drive cost reduction by means of periodical process reviews and re-engineering
- Manage returns documents with discrepancies to and liaise with Debriefer to ensure that these are resolved timeously and that corrective/preventative measures are put in place
- Reconcile returns received versus returns processed
- Supervise stock rotation according to FIFO to prevent stocks ageing
- Perform periodical stock counts and spot checks.
- Identify system and stock related problems and engage with colleagues and service providers to address these
- Liaise and communicate with all relevant stakeholders to ensure all orders are fulfilled and executed.
- Supervise warehouse planning methods, warehouse storage and layout plans.
- Supervise all inbound processes (Receiving of goods).
- Maintain the warehouse for the purpose of maintaining an organized layout and safe work environment.
Skills and Attributes
- Assertive communication
- Attention to detail
- Numerical and analytical skills
- Interpersonal Skills
Closing Date: 31 January 2023