DC Controller - Riverfields at The Foschini Group

Package & Remuneration

JOB DESCRIPTION

About TFG:
Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. We're a purpose-led business, and on this team, you'll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.

We're the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.

Are you with us?

About the Brand/Division:
TFG LOGISTICS manages and oversees the Distribution Function of the group. Our 8 Distribution Centres (DCs) and management support staff total over 700 employees working to efficiently move stock to stores.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the Inventory within the Distribution Centre
• Managing a team within the Distribution Centre
• Workforce planning
• Ensuring that accuracy and production targets are met
• Reporting on target achievement
• Improving processes within the Distribution Centre
• Stock Management
• Budget Monitoring
• Ensure compliance with BOP and 6S standards

Qualifications and Experience:

• Matric (Grade 12) essential
• Has a post-matric qualification in Supply Chain Management / Logistics & Warehouse Management / Retail Business Management (Advantageous)
• Proven experience in managing a team - minimum of 2 years
• All rounded experience in managing picking, packing & inventory management daily processes
• Experience in working on the Manhattan Warehouse Management System would be advantageous

Skills:

• Legislative Framework Alignment
• Sourcing Strategy Development
• Supplier Strategy Development
• Global Sourcing
• Inventory/Supply Management
• Requirements Analysis
• Vendor Management

Behaviours:

• Forms, develops and leads a group of individuals toward the achievement of a common team objective
• Applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectives
• Conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
• Creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success
• Consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
• Understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people
• Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results
• Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed-upon performance targets
• Understands and applies financial concepts and principles to make informed financial decisions
• Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes
• Develop plans and prioritise initiatives that align with the organisational goals and objectives

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.