Distribution Controller

Job Description

THE JOB AT A GLANCE:

Manage the Driver Sales team to ensure deliveries are on time, in full, and according to agreed schedule and volumes.

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Safe and responsible use of the vehicle

Vehicle defect management

Liaise with distribution on kilometres

Account for stock and money

Manage driver orders

Manage outgoing stock versus route sheets

Manage driver balances

Manage returns

Manage stock on truck

Staff management

Control of weekly wages

Implement a leave roster

Manage crew attendance

Manage pipeline time

Do on-the-route coaching

Ensure that drivers maintain a tidy, professional appearance at all times

Attend to disciplinary issues

Distributor management

Balance distributors

Highlight order changes

Truck Management

Understand truck capacities and make adjustments where required

On time delivery

Manage departure times

Manage emergency / second round deliveries

Positive basket flow

Manage baskets

Crew Supervision

Manage discipline (late-coming, absenteeism, etc)

Ensure transport has been arranged for Driver Salesman & Van Assistants

Ensure that drivers receive all invoices and that it balances back to stock on truck

Manage departure times & on-time delivery

Manage leave rosters & ensure leave relievers are in place

Manage day off rosters and ensures the reliever is in place

Induct new driver salesman & van assistants into Albanys way of working (Driver & Van Assistant Job profile) Ensure understanding

Induction

Standardise induction for Driver Salesman which covers Job profile and all the requirements of the job/paperwork to be completed, etc

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Matric or equivalent qualification

Minimum of 2 years sales experience in a FMCG environment

Valid drivers license

Prepared to work long hours when required

Prepared to work weekends and public holidays

Prepared to work in informal and formal trade sector

About Us

Tiger Brands is proudly Africas largest listed manufacturers of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). We impact lives every day with our iconic, award-winning brands. Our core business is the manufacture, market and distribute everyday branded food and beverages. Our products are relevant across every meal occasion and are well positioned to grow.

Being a food company means were an intimate part of everybody's daily lives and thats why we get loud and proud about exploring further, roaring louder and growing together.

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.