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PepsiCo Vacancies – Distribution & Planning Lead

Distribution & Planning Lead – PepsiCo Vacancies

About the Program

Responsibilities

• Manage daily distribution operations, including secondary distribution fleet and staff, to ensure timely and full delivery to customers.
• Supervise Key Account staff, including drivers and van assistants, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain all vehicles in roadworthy condition and oversee fleet maintenance in collaboration with Route Controllers.
• Coordinate transport arrangements and communicate with customers at store management level to ensure smooth deliveries.
• Ensure effective product distribution to all outlets, achieving 100% customer satisfaction.
• Control stock dispatching and maintain accountability for all stock items.
• Manage the POD process, ensuring no outstanding PODs daily, and address challenges with staff and business process owners.
• Handle stock shortages and claims, applying disciplinary measures where required.
• Approve and authorize route end-cycle counts periodically to maintain accurate stock control.
• Report all fleet-related accidents and incidents promptly to relevant departments.
• Participate in warehouse cycle counts, reviewing processes affecting distribution and key account operations.
• Develop and motivate delivery teams to meet customer satisfaction and delivery schedules.
• Manage industrial relations and disciplinary procedures for distribution staff.
• Perform other daily tasks associated with distribution management and customer service.
• Ensure adherence to and promotion of EHS and Food Safety standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in warehousing and distribution within a unionized environment.
• Proficient in MS Office and SAP or equivalent ERP systems.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Results-driven with demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to think creatively and handle complex challenges in a matrix organization.
• FMCG and Food Safety distribution experience is essential.

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