Assistant Manager M/F

Groupe CFAO; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

CFAO South Africa, based in Durban, is seeking an Assistant Manager for the Vehicle Logistics Centre. You will coordinate import/export by road and sea, manage staff, and ensure compliance with regulations and deadlines.

Qualifications include a logistics/SC degree and 7+ years in logistics, with SAP VMS and cross-border experience. You will report to the Vehicle Logistics Centre manager and drive performance and kaizen initiatives.

Qualifications

• Degree or higher in logistics management or supply chain.
• 7+ years’ logistics, supply chain and operations experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in road and sea import/export in the automotive industry with knowledge of customs and SARS procedures.
• SAP VMS experience.
• Import and export experience, including SARS and customs knowledge.
• Cross border experience (land + sea shipment import and export).
• Understanding of upstream and downstream business processes from customer and supplier perspective.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the import and export functions of the department, ensuring smooth operations and deadlines.
• Oversee staff and resources allocation to manage import/export processes.
• Monitor and manage KPIs related to import/export activities on a daily/monthly basis.
• Review and ensure accuracy of import/export documentation (bills of lading, packing lists, customs declarations).
• Collaborate with clearing agents, freight forwarders, and service providers for customs clearance and transport.
• Stay updated on changes to import/export regulations and policies and inform the team.
• Monitor internal controls to mitigate risks in import/export activities.
• Compile daily/weekly/monthly/ad hoc reports on import/export operations.
• Coordinate daily/weekly reporting and ensure data accuracy.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Risk Management

Planning & Organising

Results Orientation

Conflict Handling

Communication Skills

Resilience

Teamwork

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Detail Orientation

Education

Degree in Logistics Management or Supply Chain

Tools

SAP VMS

Job description

CFAO South Africa is a key player in South Africa’s mobility market.
With more than 7,200 colleagues and over 160 sites, CFAO South Africa offers vehicle and truck sales and rentals, supply chain solutions, logistics management, material handling, automotive assembly, and the import and export of automotive components.
We are a regional division of the pan-African business CFAO Group, headquartered in France and a wholly owned subsidiary of Toyota Tsusho Corporation in Japan.
CFAO South Africa has a strong expansion vision in South Africa, while supporting CFAO Group's expansion strategy into the African continent in the automotive sector and other sectors, including healthcare and renewable energy.
We are a significant contributor to the support, development, and growth of the automotive industry in South Africa and across Africa.

we are looking for Assistant Manager M/F based: South Africa

An exciting and challenging opportunity has arisen for an experienced and suitably qualified Assistant Manager to join Toyota Tsusho Africa within the Vehicle Logistics Centre team, based in Durban.

Purpose of the Job:

To manage and co-ordinate road and sea import and export operations in line with regulations, processes, deadlines, compliance and risk requirements.

Experiential and Educational requirements:

• Degree or higher in logistics Management or supply Chain
• 7+ years’ logistics, supply chain and operations experience
• 5+ years’ experience in road and sea import/ export in the automotive industry with strong knowledge of customs and SARS procedures and exposure to team leadership
• SAP VMS (Vehicle Management System) experience
• Import and export experience, including SARS and customs knowledge
• Cross border experience (land + sea shipment import and export experience)
• Supply chain management skills with relevant logistics, commercial and operations knowledge
• Understanding of the upstream and downstream aspects of business processes from a customer and supplier perspective

Required profile:

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Coordinate the import and export functions of the department, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to deadlines.
• Oversee the allocation of staff and resources to effectively manage import and export processes.
• Monitor and manage KPIs related to import and export activities, tracking performance on a daily and monthly basis.
• Review and ensure accuracy of documentation for both imports and exports, including bills of lading, packing lists, and customs declarations.
• Collaborate with clearing agents, freight forwarders, and other service providers to facilitate customs clearance and transportation of goods
• Stay updated on changes to import/export regulations, tariffs, sanctions, and trade policies and communicate relevant updates to the export administration team.
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of internal controls, checks, and balances to mitigate risks related to import/export activities, such as fraud, errors, or security breaches.
• Collaborate with the manager to identify and align on reporting requirements and timelines.
• Compile and update daily, weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reports on relevant import and export operations.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of reports by verifying data and information from multiple sources.
• Coordinate daily and weekly reporting.
• Apply kaizen mindset to identify opportunities for business improvement initiatives and cost saving measures.
• Take full responsibility for performance management of all direct reports, focusing on all aspects of sound people management:
• Champion a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

Competency Requirement

Analytical Thinking
Risk Management
Customer Centric Focus
Planning and Organising
Results Orientation
Conflict Handling
Communication Skills
Resilience
Teamwork
Decision Making
Problem Solving
Detail Orientation

All appointments will be made in line with our Employment Equity Plan.