Implementation & Continuous Improvement Manager M/F

 

 

Implementation & Continuous Improvement Manager M/F

General Information

AGL (Africa Global Logistics) is the leading multimodal logistics operator (port, logistics, maritime and rail) in Africa. The company is now part of the MSC Group, a leading maritime and logistics company. 

Thanks to its expertise developed over more than a century and to more than 23,000 employees in 49 countries, AGL provides its African and global customers with global, tailor-made and innovative logistics solutions, with the ambition of contributing to the transformation of Africa in a sustainable way. 
AGL is also present in Haiti and Timor.

Are you looking for a rewarding experience in an international environment? Do you want to make an impact in a company that puts Africa at the heart of its project? 

Join AGL, the leading multimodal logistics operator on the African continent!   

Job description

Mission description

Job Purpose:
Take responsibility to drive the improvement of processes and systems and implement programs that will have continuing
long-term benefits. Develop plans, schedules and budgets for projects to improve existing processes. Also identify and
deliver service improvement activity through employing process improvement methodologies and the application of
innovative thinking to support the delivery of better value and greater efficiency through the identification and
elimination of unnecessary complexity within business processes and identification of better ways of working

Job Function:
• Manage the supply chain implementation functions.
• Manage the operations handover to ensure a smooth implementation.
• Handover to Sales for servicing
• Deliver training with the assistance of the supply chain implementation team to educate clients and staff.
• Drive continuous improvement through the organisation.
• Ensure daily inbounds and outbound reports are submitted to National Warehouse Manager
• Ensure various WMS are updated regularly.
• Liaison with customers and other departments to ensure smooth work flow.
• Drive cost efficiency
• Assist with tender warehousing and distribution bids.
• Assess current warehouse solutions with the aim of improvement.
• Ensure the alignment of activities within warehousing with the rest of the business.
• Identify gaps/weaknesses and speedily put solutions in place to address this.
• Monitor and control the quality of work done.
• Ensure the alignment of daily activities with the required customer service model.
• Address any areas of poor performance ensuring the highest standards at all times.
• Assess the level of skills with managers and supervisors addressing any gaps in line with HR.
• Ensure company policies and procedures are met.
• Monitor planning, coordination and delivery activities advising solutions for continued improvement.
• Monitor safety and security processes in conjunction with the safety manager advising improvements where
necessary.
• Provide guidance to warehouse managers and supervisors.
• Assess processes with set up continuous improvement techniques for performance optimization.
• Collaborate with vendors to implement enhancements.
• Anticipate delays and initiate plans and alternative solutions.
• Develop and maintain implementation and enhancement project plans.
• Manage project with specific focus on deliverables, tasks and due dates.
• Perform independently with minimal supervision and work with others developing trusting relationships.
• Co-ordinate with ASCENS team.

 

Profile

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
• Must have a Grade 12/Standard 10 Certificate or Equivalent
• Team player
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Self-motivated with the ability to use own initiative, outcomes driven and ability to work without supervision.
• Ability to adhere to processes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Punctuality is essential.
• Own reliable transport.
• Attention to detail.
• Well-groomed with neat & professional mature appearance
• Well spoken.
• Fluent in English
• Willingness to work beyond normal working hours when required and being flexible to adapt to deadlines.
• Good knowledge and understanding of the industry.
• An adaptive nature
• Willingness to learn.
• Ability to work in a pressured environment.
• Proven Supply Chain management experience and track record with regards to implementation; A post graduate
education in a commerce related field with industry accreditations (e.g. CSCP) being an added benefit.