DC Outbound Junior Manager (Day Shift) - Longmeadow

In brief

**Overview** Dis-Chem Pharmacies in Longmeadow is seeking a DC Outbound Junior Manager for their Day Shift. The primary purpose of this role is to achieve operational excellence within the Dis-Chem Distribution Centres. This involves performing a management function by directing and coordinating the outbound operations, including daily planning and releasing of waves, maintenance of the order system, handling emergency orders, replenishment, picking, checking, and invoicing of stock to meet legal, store, and customer requirements. **What you will do** * Ensure that the system is monitored, cleaned up by using the management tools, available on SAP EWM * Plan and implement procedures and systems to maximise operational efficiencies * Ensure that customer orders and jabs are managed daily and that wave item clearing is maintained with no orders in excess of 48 hours * Assist with implementation and optimization of new projects related to improving the efficiency of operations * Ensure that all resources, including electronic equipment and materials handling equipment is maintained and in safe operating conditions * Ensure that all orders are distributed as per Dis-Chem standard operating procedures * Ensure that replenishment system Master Data is accurate to fulfil purchase orders, report inventory related issues and ensure logistical efficiencies * Ensure optimal planning and forecasting of department resources to meet the day-to-day strategic objectives * Anticipate issues and opportunities and act on them pro-actively – be solution focused * Analyse and interpret all potential departmental shrinkage indicators and act accordingly * Ensure that stock is packed in the correct size box/ tote and is sealed and labelled correctly * Ensure that all goods dispatched are accompanied by a content list and/ or labels are correct in all aspects * Ensure that all stock leaving area is scanned and all discrepancies are resolved * Ensure that all goods when packed in a manner that will prevent cross-contamination, damages and maximise box capacity * Resolve personnel problems by analysing data, investigating issues, and identifying solutions and take corrective action * Efficient and accurate administration, filling and reporting for transactional excellence * Effective and efficient resolution and communication of internal and external customer day-to-day queries * Identify supplier issues that impact required financial objectives and address them at the appropriate level internally and externally **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Grade 12 - Matric or Senior Certificate and relevant Degree/Diploma in Logistics or Supply Chain Management (Essential) * Minimum 2 Years relevant experience in Distribution, Logistics or Supply Chain Environment (Essential) * Relevant experience in the field of Logistics/Supply Chain Management (Advantageous) * Experience in the Retail/Pharmaceutical Supply Chain (Advantageous) * Experience with SAP, EWM or other ERP systems (Advantageous) * English –Read, write and speak (Essential Competency) * Basic Financial Skills (Essential Competency) * Be able to read and analyse financial reports (Essential Competency) * Be able to lead motivate and inspire others (Essential Competency) * Knowledge of Management Systems, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, Emergency process, Public Safety and Security, Customer Service, Transportation Principles and Methods, Production and Processing, Material Handling Standards, Administration and Management, Supply Chain and Personnel and Human Resources Management (Essential Competency) * South African Citizen (Special condition of employment) * MIE, clear criminal and credit (Special condition of employment) * Driver’s license and own reliable transport (Special condition of employment) * Be able to adapt to working hours according to business needs (Special condition of employment) * Be able to work any shift i.e. day, night, weekends, holidays and overtime as per business and operational requirements (Special condition of employment) * Must be willing to be rotated to where needed and must be willing to perform any other functions within the department, should the need arise (Special condition of employment) **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is a South African Citizen with a Grade 12 or Matric certificate and a relevant Degree or Diploma in Logistics or Supply Chain Management. They must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a distribution, logistics, or supply chain environment. Advantageous experience includes a background in Retail/Pharmaceutical Supply Chain or proficiency with SAP, EWM, or other ERP systems. The candidate should be fluent in English, possess basic financial skills, be capable of analysing financial reports, and demonstrate leadership qualities to motivate and inspire others. Essential knowledge includes management systems, occupational health and safety regulations, emergency processes, public safety, customer service, transportation principles, production, material handling standards, administration, supply chain, and human resources management. Applicants must have a clear criminal and credit record, hold a driver’s license with their own reliable transport, and be flexible to adapt to varying working hours, including day, night, weekends, holidays, and overtime shifts, as well as being willing to be rotated or perform other departmental functions as required by business needs. **Deadline** 23rd October, 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/dc-outbound-junior-manager-day-shift-longmeadow-dis-chem-pharmacies Source: myjobmag

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