Delivery Operations Lead - Route Optimization & Team Growth
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking an experienced Delivery Operations Supervisor to lead the local delivery fleet, ensuring on-time performance, safety, and customer satisfaction across the Free State. You will supervise drivers, optimize routes, monitor performance, and implement improvements.
The ideal candidate has strong leadership, problem-solving, and knowledge of GPS tracking and delivery management software.
Qualifications
- 3–5 years in a supervisory or management role within delivery/logistics.
- Proven ability to manage and motivate a team of drivers.
- Strong knowledge of route planning and optimization techniques.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and manage a team of delivery drivers, ensuring adherence to schedules and policies.
- Optimize delivery routes and schedules to maximize efficiency and minimize transit times and costs.
- Monitor driver performance and provide regular feedback, coaching, and training.
- Conduct regular vehicle inspections and ensure safe operation of all vehicles.
- Respond promptly to delivery issues or customer complaints and resolve effectively.
- Analyze operational data to identify and implement improvements.
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Job description
Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking an experienced Delivery Operations Supervisor to lead the local delivery fleet, ensuring on-time performance, safety, and customer satisfaction across the Free State. You will supervise drivers, optimize routes, monitor performance, and implement improvements.
The ideal candidate has strong leadership, problem-solving, and knowledge of GPS tracking and delivery management software.
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