Automotive Logistics Manager - Oem Level - Bryanston

Select Motor Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Logistics Manager to oversee logistics operations in the automotive industry. The candidate will ensure timely vehicle deliveries, manage contracts, and optimize logistics processes, requiring a minimum of 5 years in the logistics field with a postgraduate qualification. Strong analytical, managerial, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5 – 10 years proven work experience in logistics.
• Automotive Industry experience is highly beneficial.
• Experience in Import and Export operations is ESSENTIAL.

Responsibilities

• Oversee logistics department and ensure effective delivery of vehicles.
• Select carriers and negotiate contracts.
• Plan and monitor inbound and outbound deliveries.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of the automotive industry

Solid understanding of logistics software

Outstanding analytical abilities

Proven management skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Exceptional communication skills

Commercial acumen

Excellent attention to detail

Education

Post graduate logistics / supply chain qualification

Tools

Logistics and inventory management software

Job description

Remuneration : Market Related dependent on skill set, knowledge, and experiencePurpose Of The Job : Our client is looking for an experienced and qualified Logistics Manager to oversee the logistics department and to ensure that the vehicles arrive in the necessary locations effectively and efficiently.To be successful in this role, the candidate will hold responsibility of ensuring the vehicles are delivered to the right location on time, to the quality required and in the most cost-effective way.

They should oversee the distribution and transportation of vehicles from the manufacturer to the port, to various dealers.Ultimately, the candidate will ensure that their area of responsibility meets and exceeds the expectations of our business objectives and contributes to the company's success in the long run.Duties :

Selecting carriers and negotiating contracts and rates

Planning and monitoring inbound and outgoing deliveries

Handling release of vehicles from port to storage facility

Supervising logistics and transportation of vehicles from the storage facility to dealerships

Organizing process shipments for the vehicles

Requesting Manufacturer certificates & certifying the certificates

Liaising with the Freight Company to ensure that vehicles reach the PDI dealership timeously

Responding to any issues or complaints

Researching ideal shipping techniques, routing, and carriers

Working with other departments to incorporate logistics with company procedures and operations

Evaluating budgets and expenditures

Updating and evaluating metrics to assess performance and implement enhancements

Ensuring all operations adhere to laws, guidelines, and ISO requirements

Any ad hoc requirements requested from Senior Management

Skills :

In-depth knowledge of the automotive industry

Solid understanding of logistics and inventory management software

Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities

Proven management skills with the ability to optimise team performance and development

Highly skilled communicator with the ability to form and maintain good relationships internally and externally

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills

Proven analytical, problem solving and organisational skills

Commercial and financial acumen with a full understanding of the impact of failure in terms of business cost, production schedules and customer order fulfilment

Excellent attention to detail skills

Requirements :

5 – 10 years proven work experience in the logistics industry, as a Logistics Manager

Automotive Industry experience is highly beneficial

Experience in both Import and Export operations ESSENTIAL!!

Post graduate logistics / supply chain / relevant field qualification required

Valid driver's license

Please note only candidates with the required experience will be contacted and considered.

If you are not contacted within 14 days from application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the specified criteria as per the job spec.

If you do not meet the requirements, Select Motor Recruitment reserves the right not to respond to your application.

Applications should be submitted no later than Friday 6 June .