Brewery Logistics Manager

About the role

The Brewery Logistics Manager is responsible for implementing AB InBev’s safety standards while overseeing brewery and regional distribution, fleet, inventory and warehousing functions. The role ensures customer service levels are optimized and productivity benchmarks are met through standardized operating processes.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, lawful working environment and ensure compliance with OHS, Road Transport and governance codes.
• Manage fleet condition, safety protocols, and conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments.
• Ensure logistics teams meet quality guidelines, control stock age, and prevent write‑off risks.
• Lead Daily, Weekly and Monthly logistics meetings in line with DPO/VPO frameworks and track KPI performance.
• Maintain relationships with carriers, oversee service level agreements and manage inventory policy adherence.
• Drive strict adherence to flexed budgets, monitor VLC, ZBB, SCOH and CAPEX spend, and use data analytics to improve efficiency.
• Provide people management through goal alignment, performance reviews, talent recruitment and industrial relations.

Required profile

• Degree in Logistics or related field.
• 5+ years of managerial experience in FMCG, distribution or supply chain planning.
• Strong knowledge of legislative requirements and customer service principles.
• Proven leadership, decision‑making and analytical abilities.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel
• Data analytics