Vacancy for Distribution Controller (m/f)

CDM – Cervejas de Moçambique is recruiting a Distribution Controller (m/f) for its warehouse in Marracuene. This is an opportunity for professionals with experience in logistics and supply chain who want to lead the optimization of distribution, ensuring that each delivery exceeds customer expectations with efficiency and quality.

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What the role involves

As a Distribution Controller, you will be responsible for managing distribution performance and all related activities, from strategic planning through to implementation on the ground. The objective is to overcome delivery challenges, meet customer requirements and ensure optimal utilization of the company's resources.

Main responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of DPO (Distribution Process Optimization) in the department

• Negotiate costs with contractors to obtain the best economic price

• Review machine and personnel resources of the department

• Manage self and team development and performance

• Prepare a strategic plan for the fiscal year, with insights for the Warehouse Business Plan

• Review master data, business descriptions, process mapping, service level management and routing

• Plan and define planning SLAs, including high volume

• Develop annual department budget (fixed and variable) and manage costs throughout the year

• Set and cascade team and individual goals

• Develop peak sizing and planning for all critical periods

• Manage customer and driver master data

• Conduct semi-annual customer service reviews and analyze feedback with actions

• Plan and manage sales visits and ensure compliance

• Manage the full beer return process

• Monitor safety and reinforce critical behaviors

• Manage 3PL contractors and drive performance improvement

• Manage supply chain transfers and ensure adherence to plan

• Review all SLAs and participate in meetings to address non-compliances with all stakeholders

• Lead weekly performance meetings, addressing trends from the previous week and proposing sustainable plans

• Address beer age issues with the sales team through action plans

• Prepare and analyze payments to contractors

• Manage departmental costs to meet the budget

• Develop the business plan aligned with the Sales and Distribution strategy

• Ensure that the distribution team's objectives support the warehouse's business plan

• Calculate the size and mix of the delivery fleet to optimize costs and customer service effectiveness

• Optimize fleet utilization through the effective use of own vs. private transport. contracted and route planning

• Maintain contingency plans for replacement of contracted vehicles and drivers

• Ensure that the fleet and drivers consistently meet legal requirements

• Maintain the fleet

• Interpret and implement delivery schedules

• Ensure product quality

• Analyze and respond to company performance measures distribution

• Translate business strategies

• Ensure optimal asset utilization

• Manage key areas of distribution performance

• Optimize market competitiveness

• Take advantage of information systems

• Perform administration

• Manage the process budget

• Control departmental costs

• Manage the CAPIN budget process

• Develop employees

• Ensure a healthy industrial relations climate

• Manage and apply personnel processes

• Manage own performance

• Manage the performance of direct reports

• Communicate effectively in the workplace

The ideal profile

We are looking for a strong and assertive professional, with a high focus on compliance and creativity to solve logistical challenges. We value a strong work ethic, with the ability to set and achieve goals; reliability to follow consistently; positive attitude to create a good environment; and self-motivation to work effectively with little supervision.

Minimum requirements

• Degree/Bachelor's degree/HND in a related field (Logistics, Management, Engineering or similar)

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in logistics and supply chain management

• Computer knowledge from a business perspective user

• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

How to apply

If you meet the requirements and are ready to lead distribution at one of the largest brewers in Mozambique, apply through the official CDM website. Prepare a professional CV and a application letter that highlights your experience in supply chain and fleet management. To increase your chances, consult the guide CV for 12th Class in Mozambique: Strong Model Without Experience and the 11 tips to get a job in Mozambique faster.

Band: VII | Vacancy validity: June 20, 2026