Supply and Distribution Manager (Occupation Code : 132401)
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Description
Plans, administers and reviews the supply, storage and distribution of equipment, materials and goods used and produced by an organisation, enterprise or business.Tasks
Determining, implementing and monitoring purchasing, storage and distribution strategies, policies and plans.Establishing and directing operational and administrative procedures.
Establishing and managing budgets, controlling expenditure and ensuring the efficient use of resources.
Liaising with other departments and customers concerning requirements for outward goods and associated forwarding transportation.
Monitoring and reviewing storage and inventory systems to meet supply requirements and control stock levels.
Negotiating contracts with suppliers to meet quality, cost and delivery requirements.
Operating recording systems to track all movements of goods, and ensuring re-ordering and re-stocking at optimal times.
Overseeing the recording of purchase, storage and distribution transactions.
Overseeing the selection, training and performance of staff.
Planning and directing daily operations.
Alternate Occupation Names
Acquisitions Manager
Depot Manager
Goods Clearance Manager
Parts Manager
Freight Forwarding Customs Clearing Manager
Procurement Manager
Supply Chain Executive
Freight Manager
Supply Lead Manager
Supply Chain Manager
Purchase Manager
Learning Pathways
Diploma 1
Step 1 : Admission requirements
- NSC Diploma Admission
Admission into a Diploma requires the achievement of a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with the minimum requirements for admission into a diploma or a National Certificate (Vocational) NC(V). In addition, each education institution has its own unique entry requirements for each of its programmes. It is important to check the entry requirements for this programme with the institution of your choice before you apply.
Step 2 : General Qualification
Step 3 : General Qualification
Step 4 : Workplace experience
- Workplace Experience
Workplace experience is essential for this occupation
Degree 2
Step 1 : Admission requirements
- NSC Bachelor Admission
Admission into a Degree requires the achievement of a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with the minimum requirements for admission into a degree or a National Certificate (Vocational) NC(V). In addition, each education institution has its own unique entry requirements for each of its programmes. It is important to check the entry requirements for this programme with the institution of your choice before you apply.
Step 2 : General Qualification
Step 3 : Workplace experience
- Workplace Experience
Workplace experience is essential for this occupation
Honours 3
Step 1 : Admission requirements
- NSC Bachelor Admission
Admission into a Degree requires the achievement of a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with the minimum requirements for admission into a degree or a National Certificate (Vocational) NC(V). In addition, each education institution has its own unique entry requirements for each of its programmes. It is important to check the entry requirements for this programme with the institution of your choice before you apply.
Step 2 : General Qualification
Step 3 : General Qualification
Step 4 : Workplace experience
- Workplace Experience
Workplace experience is essential for this occupation