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Are you looking for Management Jobs in Uganda 2024? If yes, then you might be interested in Depot Manager job at True North Consult Ltd
Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
About the Organisation
True North Ltd started operations in 2008 under the name Efrivo Services Ltd as an IT & Management consultancy services company. In June 2011, it rebranded under the trade name True North Consult Ltd to reflect its current focus on People Management Advisory Services.
We are proud to be the only people management consultancy in Uganda that is run by qualified Human Resource Management Professionals.
Our niche is in the provision of bespoke management services to organizations of all sizes. The company has a network of over 15 consulting partners with over 10 years hands-on experience in their respective areas of expertise.
Because we are small, every customer is big, therefore you are guaranteed dedicated effort and service from highly qualified and experienced resources.
Job Title
Depot Manager job at True North Consult Ltd
Job Description
The overall purpose of the job is to support the organization in realizing its strategic intent on growth through alignment of its operations and execution through efficient loading, offloading, receiving, and storage of company products. In addition, the role plays an integral part in the Route to Market (RTM) strategy in collaboration with other departments especially the sales and logistics team.
Duties and Responsibilities
Strategically manage the depot in compliance with the company’s strategy, SOPs policies, and procedures.
Develop and train sales staff to grow the customer base while taking ownership for business growth.
Plan work rotas, assign tasks appropriately, and appraise performance.
Manage, coach, mentor, take part in disciplinary actions, and evaluate the team to ensure a high level of employee motivation and performance.
Develop and manage the depot within the approved budget with a focus on continuous improvement.
Manage stock control of products.
Offer exemplary customer service and support by proving prompt feedback to queries/complaints.
Ensure compliance to standards of health and safety, hygiene, and security at the depot according to set guidelines.
Work closely with other Depot Sales team and ensure team cohesiveness;
Manage the sales and depot operations to ensure achievement of set goals and objectives.
Analyze stock performance and valuation while advising on stock reorder levels.
Build networks and appropriate channels for new markets and clients for company’s profitability.
Undertake market surveys and advise management on market trends.
Compile, analyze and submit timely depot reports to the head office.
Establish customer requirements and provide information for decision making.
Manage and control credit sales for the depot; and
Any other responsibilities assigned to the job holder by the supervisor from time to time.
Qualifications and Competencies
Person Specification
Education, Training, Skills & Experience Knowledge, experience and qualifications required
Bachelor’s Degree in business management, sales and marketing
Minimum of 8 years’ experience
Experience in a FMCG company with diverse products
Competencies
Technical & Behavioral competencies
Proficiency in using MS Office suites (i.e., MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint etc.).
Proficiency in the use of operating systems (such as SAP) for Inventory management, budgeting, cost control and tasks management
Good interpersonal skills
Financial reporting understanding, accounting qualification, or exposure to the same will be an added advantage
People management skills
Previous experience in sales/ business development/ partnership management
Knowledge of the market
Knowledgeable of the products offerings
Reporting skills
Responsibility for finances and physical assets
The job holder has responsibility for budget planning in the department and is accountable for tracking usage including stocks and work tools assigned
Decision-making
The job holder has decision making authority on key decisions in the department within existing guidelines and provides recommendations to facilitate final decisions.
Information
The job requires normal level of confidentiality.
Working Conditions
Working Environment: The job holder is exposed to minimal disagreeable conditions
Job Hazards: The job has minimal exposure to hazards or risks.
How to Apply
APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE:
You can apply by submitting your cover letter and CV to oil.gasjobs@truenorthafrica.com.
All application documents Must be in either PDF or MS. Word.