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Lungani Mthembu

Warehouse And Distribution
Durban

Summary

I am a resourceful distribution manager with excellent inventory management and supply chain optimization skills. Hardworking and organized with expertise in transport. Offering 9 years of experience in this industry. I have experience in recruiting, hiring, training and scheduling employees to sustain production needs in a large warehouse. Successful in meticulously managing logistics, planning employee schedules and communicating with other departments to provide smooth business operations. I have experience in monitoring and replenishing current inventory stock based on consumer demand and sales forecasting. Resourceful achieved customer fulfillment goals through effective management of cost and logistics determinants. Implemented plan to maximize company revenues with minimal additional resource investment. Worked closely with internal partners, and adopted new functional technology to meet preset goals and objectives. Professional and clear communicator successful in managing efficiency while boosting morale through constructive employee feedback and staff reviews. I have experience in efficiency planning, cost reduction and budget control. Good in problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Serves as point-of-contact for all transportation-related inquiries and issues. Adept at reducing shipping costs, increasing efficiency and implementing safety regulations. Assigns tasks to drivers and directs vehicle maintenance repairs. Excellent multitasking, time management and verbal communication. Documented success identifying measures to reduce transport time and save on transportation costs. Astute in shipping laws and regulations, assessing financial impacts of regulatory changes and obtaining permits for transporting hazardous materials. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

Distribution Manager

Savino Del Bene
01.2015 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and accurate inventory data.
  • Organising and coordinating deliveries with the supply chain.
  • Negotiating and managing contracts with suppliers.
  • overseeing logistics, warehouse and transport services
  • Planning analysing budgets and expenditures
  • Led a team of distribution staff, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
  • Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests.
  • Maintained accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring proper documentation for regulatory compliance purposes.
  • Debriefing post delivery,
  • In charge of truck and vehicles and ensuring service, maintenance is done.

Warehouse Supervisor

Savino Del Bene
08.2007 - 01.2015
  • Supervised shipping and receiving, distribution and workplace safety.
  • Supervised warehouse operations by managing employees during shifts.
  • Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
  • Used warehouse management software to reconcile daily inventory.
  • Supervised shipping and handling operations.
  • Completed daily operations on time and maintained high standards of accuracy.
  • Managed a team of warehouse workers for optimal scheduling, task delegation, and overall productivity.
  • Increased accuracy in order fulfillment with thorough quality control checks before shipping orders.
  • Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.

Picking Supervisor

Savino Del Bene
03.2005 - 08.2006
  • Improved picking efficiency by implementing lean techniques and optimizing pick routes.
  • Proactively addressed potential bottlenecks or roadblocks within the picking process, ensuring minimal disruption to order fulfillment timelines.
  • Assisted in employee recruitment efforts, selecting candidates with the necessary skills to meet organizational goals.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety procedures and conducting regular inspections of work area.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing regular training and performance feedback.

Education

High School Diploma -

Avoca Secondary School
Durban
04.2001 -

Skills

Warehousing Operations

Operational Excellence

Supply Chain Optimization

Warehouse Management

Logistics Planning

Transportation Management

Quality Management

Distribution Strategy

Customer Needs Assessment

Demand forecasting

Strategic Planning

Quality Assurance

Project Management

Cost Analysis

Fleet Management

Supply Chain Management

Inventory Management

Safety Monitoring

ERP Baan

Preventive Maintenance

Performance Evaluation

Lean principles

Resource Allocation

Supply chain distribution

Consumer products

Production methodologies

SAP

Supplies inventory

Logistics Coordination

Operational Oversight

Lean Manufacturing

Cadence Warehouse Management System

Supply chain management software

Sentai Pinpoint

MRATrack Warehouse Management System

Teamwork and Collaboration

Warehouse Logistics

Customer Service

Warehouse Safety

Vehicle Maintenance

Problem-Solving

Warehouse Organization

Vehicle Inspection

Time Management

Performance maximization

Loading and unloading

Daily Operations Management

Problem-solving abilities

Shipping and receiving

Logistics Analysis

Multitasking Abilities

Billing Systems

Logistics Processes

Excellent Communication

Transportation management systems

Worker Supervision

Decision-Making

Supply Chain Coordination

Self Motivation

Time management abilities

Shipment Coordination

Adaptability and Flexibility

Supply Chain Performance Management

Critical Thinking

Inventory Reconciliation

Inventory Audits

Effective Communication

Active Listening

Materials Management

Operations Control

Organizational Skills

Workforce Management

Safety Management

Production Planning

Supply Chain Solutions

Staff Management

Team building

Goods Movement Planning

Quality Control

Safety standards

Safety regulations implementation

Staff Supervision

Work Planning and Prioritization

Cost control and tracking

Relationship Building

Distribution and Warehousing

Analytical Thinking

Adaptability

Logistics Processes Planning

Shipment Tracking

Logistics Management

Order picking and processing

Incident Reporting

Customer Relationship Management

Problem-solving aptitude

Attention to Detail

Certification

Fire fighting, first aid

Interests

Sports

Reading

Church

Timeline

Distribution Manager

Savino Del Bene
01.2015 - Current

Warehouse Supervisor

Savino Del Bene
08.2007 - 01.2015

Picking Supervisor

Savino Del Bene
03.2005 - 08.2006

High School Diploma -

Avoca Secondary School
04.2001 -
Lungani MthembuWarehouse And Distribution