Regional Transport Leader: Strategy, Fleet & Growth

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 103,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking an experienced Regional Transport Manager to lead transportation operations across a broad geographic area, based in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The role focuses on developing and executing transport strategies, improving delivery performance, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

You will manage a team of transport planners, dispatchers, and drivers, optimize routing and scheduling, and control costs through continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Extensive regional or national transport management experience.
• Track record in developing and implementing transport strategies.
• Strong knowledge of logistics, fleet management, and supply chain principles.
• Excellent leadership and strategic decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with transport management systems (TMS) and related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive transport strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee daily operations of the regional transport network, including routing and scheduling.
• Manage and mentor a team of transport planners, dispatchers, and drivers.
• Ensure compliance with national and regional transportation laws, safety regulations, and policies.
• Monitor transport costs and implement cost-reduction and efficiency measures.
• Collaborate with sales and operations to ensure integrated logistics.

Skills

Transport management

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Decision making

TMS proficiency

Job description

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking an experienced Regional Transport Manager to lead transportation operations across a broad geographic area, based in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The role focuses on developing and executing transport strategies, improving delivery performance, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

You will manage a team of transport planners, dispatchers, and drivers, optimize routing and scheduling, and control costs through continuous improvement.