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Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Who we are

PSLD is responsible for the worldwide distribution of Cat aftermarket parts, integrated logistics, segment procurement, and the design and manufacture of wear and maintenance components. We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us.

We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities – innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth!

Role Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Team Lead. In this role, you will assist the Supervisor with the day-to-day planning in the receipt, processing, packaging, storage, order filling and shipment of parts to Caterpillar dealers and Distribution Centers to support the end users of Caterpillar equipment.

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Ensuring parts inventory is received, processed, and stored in a safe, efficient, and timely manner - Responding timeously and supporting requests from Dealer service and Ops leadership.
• Perform operational duties e.g., picking and packing when required.
• Contributing to daily manpower planning and resource planning to ensure that there are adequate resources to enable the associates to perform at an optimal level.
• Daily Monitoring of departmental activities through EWM monitors and including clean up resolution of grief.
• Providing necessary on the job training.
• Improving productivity and quality by assisting the Supervisor with departmental project.
• Leading teams working on problem resolution and process improvement.
• Maintaining high employee morale by ensuring basic elements of work discipline are delivered; and Conducting daily Safety meetings and observing employees for unsafe behavior, and correcting behavior through counselling.
• Ensuring and maintaining 5s and housekeeping.
• Reporting of MHE breakdown and assisting with incident investigations.
• Preparing and maintaining necessary paperwork for hourly payroll and attendance records.

What will put you forward

• Matric is required.
• National Diploma/Degree in Supply chain, Logistics or Industrial Engineering preferred.
• 2-3 Years Warehousing experience will be an advantage.
• Strong leadership and people skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Skills you will have

• Problem Solving: Ability to identify, anticipate, and resolve operational challenges.
• Decision Making: Sound judgment and analytical skills to make informed decisions.
• Logistics Management: Understanding of logistics processes and tools.
• Customer Focus: Commitment to aligning operations with customer needs and satisfaction.

Additional Information

• Onsite, five days a week.
• Ability to work shifts.

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NB: The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

How We Support You

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world. Here you earn more than just wage, because we value your performance, we offer a total rewards package that provides day one benefits along with the potential of a variable bonus and additional benefits.

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