Supervisor, Operations, Solutions - Pretoria, South Africa - DSV
Description
DSV - Global transport and logistics
Location:
Silverton, Pretoria
Job Posting Title:
Supervisor, Operations, Solutions
Time Type:
Full Time
Qualification(s):
Matric
Diploma in Operation or Supply Chain Management will be an advantage, but not required
Computer Skills
WMS skills & knowledge
CMMS
Job-related Requirements:
- Proven track record in product logistics environment
- Minimum of 35 years' experience in Leading a team on an assembly line in an Automotive environment.
- Sound knowledge of IR principles and ensuring adherence.
- Operations: Extensive knowledge and hands on skill related to Inbound & Outbound logistics, Warehouse Processes, Part supply through Autocall, Sequecning, Milkrun & Kitting. Abilities to investigate and close out inventory stock variances, caused through incorrect system transactions, Bill of Material, etc.
- Problem Solving: Effective Root Cause Analysis, Problem Solving and implementation of Corrective and Preventative Measures;
- Supervision: Must be able to do all supervisory functions (Planning, Organizing, Leading, Controlling, Monitoring) independently, effectively and reliably;
- Communication: Must communicate effectively (written and verbal) to manage and meet both internal and external customer expectations;
- Compliance: Must ensure full site compliance, including the following: DSV Policies, Regulations, Work Instructions, Maintenance Schedule and Local Authority requirements;
- Stress and
Conflict Management:
Must have effective techniques and/or skills to manage conflict, cope with stress and work effectively under constant pressure;
- Commercial: Must have effective commercial acumen and experience to manage Client and Supplier Contracts, SLA's and Risk;
- HR and IR: Must be able to effectively lead, train, performance measure and performance manage all subordinates to ensure high morale, productivity and retention. This includes advanced knowledge of Industrial Relations and Processes;
ADDED ADVANTAGES FOR THIS ROLE:
Good people and leadership skills
Work towards achieving objectives and goals on a personal level and team level.
Must be able to work under pressure
Must have good time management skills
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
This position aims to ensure contract adherence in terms of client relations, operational performance, commercial and financial performance, people management and development and continual improvement initiatives.
The role needs to ensure operations are managed in accordance with the DSV standards and policies and procedures.
Ensure that the DSV strategy, goals and initiatives are cascaded down through the organization into the various areas of the operation.
Support and actively participate in development services and solutions to complement DSV's offering to the Automotive industry.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
A
MAINTAIN COMMUNICATIONS:
To enhance a 2-way communication process within the team.
- Communicate information obtained from the Operations Manager.
- Keep Operations Manager informed on problems or concerns
- Communicate the goals/objectives to the team members
- Communicate defects to other teams/sections (feedback on quality,
- Maintain high morale through continuous communications
- Solicit input from team members
- Maintain high morale and team spirit through continuous coaching
B
SUGGESTIONS:
Encourage and solicit suggestions that the team members can do on their own.
- Encourage team members to submit improvement proposals
C
TRAINING:
To enable personal growth by organizing training for all team members.
- Master all jobs in the team to relieve, train and assist the team members using the JIT method
- Train the team members to become multi-skilled workers according to the flexibility chart
- Record and maintain the flexibility chart of the team
- Give job instruction training to all newcomers in the team
D
ATTENDANCE:
To create an environment where attendance is seen as essential for the team performance.
- Cover all absenteeism whenever needed in team.
- Inform Operations Manager if absentee coverage cannot be resolved within the team
- Motivate team members for attendance
E
PERFORMANCE SUPPORT:
To create a positive and constructive climate by coaching and supporting the team members.
- Monitor performance of team members, coach/retrain where necessary
- Assist in eliminating problem operations and bottlenecks
- Be aware of health conditions of team members
- Give positive feedback on performance issues to team members
- Give input to the Branch Manager with regard to performance evaluations
F
TEAM MEETINGS:
To enhance a 2-way communication process within the team.
- Prepare the agenda of the meeting and solicit input from Operations Manager and team members
- Conduct the meeting
- Inform the Operations Manager about the outcome of the meeting
- Follow-up on items disc
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