Receiving Manager

Receiving Manager

We have an exciting opportunity available for a Receiving Manager to join our team.

Objective:

The Receiving Manager’s role will be primarily responsible for stock control, receiving goods, and ensuring an organized and safe warehouse environment as well as ensuring full compliance with company policies and standards.

Major Responsibilities:

• Oversees all deliveries that come into the store for respective departments ensuring deliveries are of good quality and are not in excess/shortage.
• Ensures that all branch transfers are dispatched in a timely manner to the correct location, in the right quantities, sizes and quality.
• Briefs supervisor and staff members on the plans for the day.
• Coordinates distribution of goods to respective department supervisors in a timely manner.
• Ensures that perishables are placed in storage immediately; ensures the proper storage of all goods.
• Liaises constantly with the general warehouse, stores and departments regarding deliveries and any discrepancies that may arise.
• Ensures proper scheduling of deliveries to avoid delays and congestion.
• Ensures that perishable items are delivered at the correct temperatures (in chilled trucks).
• Responds to suppliers’ communication by email, fax and telephone.
• Ensures the proper documentation and timely return of all bad goods to suppliers. Ensures that credit notes are received from suppliers.
• Prepares work schedules for staff in the department and assigns specific duties to employees.
• Motivates and provides training to employees in the department.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Supply chain management, logistics, or a related degree.
• At least 5 years' retail experience
• At least 5 years' experience in all aspects of day to day running and managing of a Receiving Department.

• Computer skills - Microsoft Office and good data entry skills.
• Ability to effectively manage and lead personnel.
• High level of accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent coordination and organizational skills.
• Good time management.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Good decision making skills, even under pressure.
• A forklift license is essential.
• Ability to promote teamwork among all employees.

Please to send resumes and application letters no later than September 15, 2023.

We thank all applicants but only those shortlisted will be contacted