Receiving Controller

About this role

SPAR is looking for a Receiving Controller for its KwaZulu-Natal distribution centre warehouse in Durban. The job keeps goods flowing from suppliers into the warehouse, so that SPAR retailers get a good service.

What you’ll do

• Lead the receiving team, guiding and training staff so the team meets department targets.
• Schedule supplier deliveries in SAP and keep all stakeholders informed.
• Prepare and update the daily bulk and bay delivery schedules.
• Manage the volume of stock coming into the site and share labour plans with business partners.
• Work with Marketing, Suppliers and Inbound teams on day-to-day operations, and manage backhaul.
• Look into incidents, answer internal and external queries, and pull supplier performance reports for SLA renewals.
• Manage staff performance, and handle grievance and disciplinary processes when needed. You will also make sure policies, audit and food safety standards, and housekeeping rules are followed.

What you need

• Matric (National Senior Certificate). This is essential.
• Experience in a similar role.
• SAP knowledge and good computer skills. This is essential.
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent administration skills, and a methodical, accurate and analytical way of working.
• The ability to work under pressure and make decisions quickly.
• Customer service focus.
• Skills in SAP EWM and receiving management are useful.
• Advantageous: A National Diploma in Logistics Management, or a diploma or certificate in Business Administration or another logistics qualification.

Is this job for you?

This role suits an experienced warehouse or receiving professional who enjoys leading a team. You should be comfortable with systems, reports and planning, and you should handle pressure calmly.

Tips before you apply

• Have your matric certificate and any logistics qualifications ready to upload or show.
• In your CV, list the receiving or warehouse teams you have led, with team sizes where you can.
• Describe your SAP experience clearly, such as the modules you have used and the reports you have produced.