Material Management Supervisor Jobs at Krones LCS Center East Africa Ltd
Krones LCS Center East Africa Ltd
Job Purpose Summary: Materials management is a logistical function that essentially manages all components of a supply chain, which involves the sourcing, acquisition, warehousing and overall management of products which is then sold and shipped to end users.
Reporting Structure: General Manager
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
- Coordinates work activities of warehouse, procurement and logistics with other departments to ensure cross-functional cooperation and availability of parts and services
- Maintains high standards of organization and apply FIFO in all storage locations
- Set and maintain standards in your area of responsibility to achieve goals and objectives according to Krones Materials Management strategy and Global Logistics strategy.
- Responsible for ensuring the maintenance and service of warehouse equipment in order to maintain operational reliability and safety
- Responsible for the safety and security of the warehouse operations and staff in order to safeguard company assets
- Reports the status of activities to the General Manager to ensure continuity of awareness among leadership team
- Arrange and participate in periodic inventory counts
- Manage, evaluate, motivate, and lead staff members under supervision in order to maintain a cohesive, motivated, capable workforce.
- Implement and maintain procedures, constantly analyzing and streamlining for effectiveness, focusing on cost savings and improving efficiencies
- Monitor open order reports, update as necessary, expedite sales and purchase orders to meet customer demands
- Effective handling of the Inventory Management to meet Global KPI’s, including weekly and monthly reporting and corrective actions
- Coordinate logistic activities – im/export with Krones Germany and freight forwarders
- Management of compliance to the rules and regulations of the customs processes according to the country’s legislation
- Perform other related duties as required
Role Specific Skills Attributes
Knowledge and experience
- 4+ years Supply Chain experience
- 4+ years in a logistics and procurement environment
- Knowledge of Krones parts, range of equipment and machinery
- Knowledge of the packaging and bottling industry
Qualifications and education required
- University Degree preferred in Business Administration, Logistics OR Technical Diploma and 4+ years working experience in Supply Chain
- Diploma in Supply Chain Management
Personal behaviours and competencies
- Strong analytical, strategic thinking and extreme attention to detail
- Self-motivated, independent worker, solution orientated, deadline driven with strong time management skills
- Strong interpersonal skills, team builder and participant
- Ability to handle fast-paced and pressurized environment
Specific Job Skills
- Excellent knowledge of logistics and procurement theories
Computer Skills
- Advanced MS Office skills
- Proficient in Pastel Software
- SAP ( pref )
Literacy and Numeracy
- Fluent written and spoken English
- German an advantage
Management Ability
- Ability to interact professionally at all levels of the business
Krones EA job descriptions are not intended to be restrictive and are a guideline to the duties in this role.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
If your experience and competencies match the above specifications, please send your cover letter and detailed C.V, indicating the title of the vacancy on the subject line and forward your ONLINE application to
joinus@krones.co.ke so as to reach HR not later than 5th April 2013
joinus@krones.co.ke so as to reach HR not later than 5th April 2013
Only short listed candidates will be contacted