Supply, distribution and related managers plan, direct and coordinate the supply, transportation, storage and distribution of goods.
Skill level:
Skilled
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- Salary range for the majority of workers in Supply, distribution and related managers - from $2,139 to $6,968 per month - 2024.
- A Supply, distribution and related managers typically earns between $2,139 and $4,596 gross per month at the start of the job.
- After 5 years of service, this is between $2,477 and $5,250 per month for a working week of 40 hours.
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Tasks and duties
- Determining, implementing and monitoring purchasing, storage and distribution strategies, policies and plans
- Preparing and implementing plans to maintain required stock levels at minimum cost
- Negotiating contracts with suppliers to meet quality, cost and delivery requirements
- Monitoring and reviewing storage and inventory systems to meet supply requirements and control stock levels
- Overseeing the dispatch of road vehicles, trains, vessels or aircraft
- Operating recording systems to track all movements of goods, and ensuring re-ordering and re-stocking at optimal times
- Liaising with other departments and customers concerning requirements for outward goods and associated forwarding transportation
- Overseeing the recording of purchase, storage and distribution transactions
- Establishing and managing budgets, controlling expenditure and ensuring the efficient use of resources
- Establishing and directing operational and administrative procedures
- Planning and directing daily operations
- Overseeing the selection, training and performance of staff
