Logistics / Transport Manager - Northern Suburbs Verfied

Salary Negotiable Northern Suburbs, Western Cape Northern Suburbs, Western Cape more than 14 days ago 29-03-2017 6:46:38 AM
26-04-2017 6:46:38 AM
Logistics / Transport Manager

Leader in the Building Material’s Industry is currently seeking to employ a Logistics / Transport Manager.
You will be responsible for managing the execution, direction, and coordination of all transportation matters within the organisation. Including managing the budgets, organising schedules & routes, ensuring that vehicles are safe and meet legal requirements, and making sure that drivers are aware of their duties

Qualifications & Requirements:
Matric / Grade 12
Relevant Tertiary qualification
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar position & industry
Experience in Timber / Building Materials Industry – advantageous
Excellent Problem Solving and negotiation skills
Computer literate

Duties & Responsibilities:
Management of all employees within the Logistics, Warehouse & Maintenance departments
Create policies and procedures for logistics activities.
Recommend optimal transportation routing, equipment, and frequency
Responsible for management of route performance, route planning and overall cost reduction
Manage total distribution function
Tracking of vehicles & shift roster transport requests
Effective cost control of Logistics department
Client liaison & new business development
Management of the repairs and maintenance for the vehicle fleet
Negotiate and network to ensure new business ventures regarding transport
Facilitation & reconciliation of company’s motor vehicle insurance claims
Management & reconciliation of the company’s traffic fines
Monitor operations to ensure that staff members comply with administrative policies and procedures, safety rules and regulations
Monitor spending to ensure that expenses are consistent with approved budgets

Please note: Should you not receive a response within 48 hours, please consider your application as unsuccessful