Controller: Transport Operations - Broker Jnr | Fast n Fresh

DP World; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World in Cape Town seeks a Logistics Coordinator to plan and coordinate loading and delivery schedules, optimize routes for timely and efficient delivery, and ensure carriers are insured and professional. You will handle dispute resolution between clients, carriers and drivers when needed, with a focus on smooth logistics operations.

Applicants should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and be willing to work night shifts and weekends when required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Degree/Diploma in Road Transport Management will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate loading and delivery schedules.
• Optimize routes for timely and efficient delivery.
• Ensure compliance: verify that carriers are insured, reliable and professional.
• Handle dispute resolution between clients, carriers and drivers when needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Night shift availability

Public holiday work

Self-motivation

Education

Grade 12

Degree/Diploma in Road Transport Management

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

Access

Job description

• Plan and coordinate loading and delivery schedules.
• Optimize routes for timely and efficient delivery.
• Ensure compliance: verify that carriers are insured, reliable and professional.
• Handle dispute resolution between clients, carriers and drivers when needed.

Key Performance Areas

• Secure transporters for all loads scheduled
• Secure loads for all transporters available
• Ensure that all instructions are handed to the transporters a day prior to loading
• Follow up with previous day loading and make sure vehicles are on time
• Compiling, analysing, and reporting financial information to management.
• Follow up on daily loading
• Report to customers on any delays (breakdowns included)
• Create all relevant trips on TMS for all loads loaded
• Allocate resources on TMS
• Follow up on all outstanding PODS
• Assist with weekly and monthly flash.

Qualifications Required

• Grade 12
• Degree/Diploma in Road Transport Management will be added advantage

Experience and Skills Required

• At least 2 years relevant experience
• Experience in a similar environment will be an advantage.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Computer experience (Outlook/Excel/Word/Access).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with employees, superiors, and customers.
• Own reliable transport to and from work.
• Well planned, organized with keen attention to detail
• A fair knowledge of operational procedures.
• Willingness to work night shifts and weekends, including public holidays when needed
• The ability to operate under pressure and with limited supervision.

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

EEO Statement

DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or belief.

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