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Cold Store Operations Manager

Cold Store Operations Manager

Synergy Jobs (Pty) LtdWes-Kaap, South Africa
1 day ago
Job description

Overview

Job Title : Cold Storage Operations Manager

Location : Killarney

A well-established player in cold storage solutions for the perishables industry, with several state-of-the-art facilities, is looking for a Cold Store Manager. The group has established a worldwide reputation in the field of stevedoring, transport, warehousing and other port related activities. They are looking for a professional with a strong background in Cold Chain / Cold Storage. The successful incumbent will have full responsibility for a stand-alone cold storage facility delivering exceptional experience to their customers. They offer a unique opportunity that is certain to accelerate your career. When you join the team, you join a values-based work environment where you can shape and drive solutions and be part of building a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Profit & Loss : Manage budget and P&L of the facility.
  • Manage new and existing customer base.
  • Manage site performance (cost / utilization).
  • Continuous improvement and successful implementation thereof.
  • Ensure profitability and sustainability of the facility.

Operational Excellence

  • Manage the entire operations of the cold store facility.
  • Oversee and manage adherence to PPECB cold chain standard operating protocols and Standing Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Drive Health & Safety compliance and adherence in order to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Process and cost management.
  • Resources management.

    • People Management

  • Instil a culture of high-performance whereby employee productivity and performance are enhanced within a positive, healthy, and vibrant environment.
  • Oversee the implementation of training linked to cooling solutions and client.
  • Ensure that staff discipline is maintained and consistently applied.

    • Client Management

  • Build effective relationship with clients and key stakeholders to maintain and increase volumes.
  • Develop and / or improve value proposition to customers.

    • Who are we looking for a candidate with

  • Tertiary degree and minimum 5 years’ experience as Cold Store Manager.
  • Extensive operational knowledge of cold chain logistics.
  • Proven industry knowledge in fruit and vegetable products.
  • Financial acumen.
  • Strong leadership and proven ability to manage and develop staff at all levels.
  • Collaboration and influencing skills.
  • Stakeholder management and customer-centric competencies.

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