Manager, Sites, Road Logistics

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Cape Town is seeking a Manager for their Road Logistics division. This role involves managing operations, ensuring compliance with SLAs, and enhancing staff productivity. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years in logistics and 2 years in a managerial role. Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to changing environments are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the logistics or courier industry.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a managerial or similar role.
• Ability to manage offsite client-facing staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support all administration and operational functions.
• Oversee overall site operations.
• Manage cost and productivity on sites.

Skills

Advanced MS Office Suite

Time management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Matric – Grade 12

Job description

Location: Cape Town
Job Posting Title: Manager, Sites, Road Logistics
Time Type: Fulltime

Computer Literacy

Advanced level in full MS Office Suite Packages

Job related requirements

• Matric – Grade 12
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the logistics or courier industry environment.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a managerial or similar role.
• Experience in managing offsite based client facing staff.
• Facilitate new client onboarding to align with internal operations and ensure smooth transitions.
• Ability to do MS Excel spreadsheets with Pivot tables, charts and formulas.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the LRA and BCEA.
• Punctuality and good time management skills.
• Good administrative skills & daily planning skills.
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment/technology.
• Ability to work under pressure & meet deadlines without fail.
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work beyond scheduled working hours.
• Flexible and available to travel to various client locations as required.
• Own reliable transport and a valid unendorsed code 8 driver’s license.

Electives

• Make quick and clear decisions while adapting to changing circumstances.
• Manage diverse teams of people from sales through operations while showing respect for views and contributions, building team spirit, and reconciling conflict.
• Grow teams and increase productivity through performance management.
• Define and measure performance goals and hold self and others accountable to achievement of goals.
• Skilled in analytics and process mapping and distilling complex ideas into simple, actionable solutions.
• Work independently, but within the boundaries prescribed by DSV policies and procedures.

Main Purpose of the role

Manage and support all administration and operational functions to drive operational excellence and meet customer requirements. Analyze statistics and write reports, contribute towards the achievement of client/company’s operational objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee overall site operations.
• Oversee Administration and operational functions to ensure compliance to SLA.
• Completion of Monthly Reports.
• Assisting clients with queries and discrepancies.
• Planning of Leave / Yearly and daily.
• Performing quality controls – KPI’s, SLA.
• Compile daily reports and send to assigned client staff.
• Address SLA failures.
• Manage the delivery of the organization’s objectives through communication, measurement and motivation of the staff.
• Manage cost and productivity on sites.
• Managing staff’s performance and growth to create a sustainable business environment.
• Managing and controlling resources and risk management.
• Facilitate site meetings.
• Drive cost saving initiatives.
• Allocate and manage staff resources according to changing needs.
• Staff training and induction.
• Set and drive operational objectives.

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 160,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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Disclaimer

Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Affiantive Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV’s Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.