Mobile Solutions Controller

Vector Logistics Limited; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Gauteng seeks a Systems and Project Manager to oversee communication, data management, and change facilitation within their operations. The role requires a relevant degree and 2-3 years of experience, focusing on systems like SAP and Salesforce, alongside strong planning and communication skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovative supply chain solutions.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated computer literacy and technical knowledge of IT and systems.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with third parties and service providers.
• Maintain data in SAP and Fieldko.
• Facilitate change management and training.
• Drive mobile solution evolution and performance evaluation.
• Oversee filing and documentation processes.

Skills

Planning and organising

Project management

Verbal and written communication

Computer literacy (MS Office, especially Excel)

Report writing

Interpersonal

Logical thinking

Negotiation and influencing

Analytical thinking

Presentation

Organisational awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

SAP

Salesforce

Fieldko

Power BI

Job description

Overview

We are a Supply Chain and Sales & Merchandising partner adding value to your business through a fully integrated, temperature‑controlled network in Southern Africa.

But we are also more than that. We are people serving people. While we boast the best in tech and infrastructure, our people are our greatest resource. With our skilled, curious, can‑do people at the forefront, our assets become your assets, our service your solutions.

Vector’s vehicle fleet includes a food industry first in ‘multi‑temperature’ vehicles enabling the company to service business across frozen, chilled and ambient temperature zones on a single delivery.

Job Purpose

To ensure that targeted business benefits to be derived from the mobile solution are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

Systems and Project Management

• Liaise in communications between third parties, and relative principals as well other service providers.
• Liaise with the Technical Systems Administrator to ensure that issues are resolved timeously.
• Provide feedback to all internal customers regarding systems.
• Assist in managing the communication process for changes; enhancements to the systems used between third party and mobile solutions analyst.
• Ensure that all relevant documentation is filled and updated accordingly. This would include report briefs to the third party as well as internally call cycle templates.

Data Administration

• Maintain the general data in both SAP and Fieldko.
• Create and load questionnaires/audits in Fieldko/Salesforce.
• Load promotional calendars in Fieldko/Salesforce.
• Draw, analyse and interpret reports from Salesforce before reports are scheduled to be emailed to principal or internally. Feedback is then sent to Mobile Solutions Analyst or principal.

Change Management, Training and Support

• Facilitate mobile user change management (FOCUS AREA) through appropriate communication channels.
• Co‑ordinate the change management and training requirements with HR team.
• Facilitate mobile user involvement and system utilisation by identifying issues and finding solutions.
• Conduct trade visits to evaluate solution performance and user adoption in the field.
• Design and manage internal support programmes.
• Support managers’ information requirements whether it be staff training; specific report requirements or audit requirements.
• Promote system usage, benefits and returns to Management.

Business Process Management

• Liaise with Fieldko consultants to refine business processes.
• Design and implement business for principal requirements to ensure uniformity and clarity of requirements.
• Provide the associated change management support to internal customers & principals.

Technical Insight and Expertise

• Manage the GSM service provider.
• Manage internal networking and performance issues.
• Drive evolution of the mobile solution by reviewing best practice in local markets.

Information and Data Management

• Ensure team members accurately and regularly capture data onto the information system to enable access to reliable data and reporting for trend analysis and decision making.
• Ensure relative reports are subscribed and added to exec report for VTM management viewing.
• Share relevant data with management teams to enable reliable business decision making.
• Identify opportunities for improving on systems / processes related to the system. Provide manager with suggestions of improvements.
• Similarly highlight areas for concern and address with relevant managers.

Administration

• Oversee filing and safeguarding of records within area of responsibility.
• Compile ad hoc spreadsheets when required.
• Process documents for inter‑company charge outs.

Team Coordination and Self‑Management

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self‑management in terms of planning, prioritising and self‑development.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
• Support and drive the business core values.
• Manage colleagues and clients’ expectations and communicate appropriately.
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
• Champion training and development of self and others through utilising available training opportunities or contributing to the development of new training solutions in collaboration with national training specialists.
• Participate in and drive regular performance appraisals and ensure that own targets and goals are clear and achievable.
• Maintain a basic appreciation and awareness of employee relations climate and ensure corrective action is taken where required in line with relevant legislation and company policy.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required for the Job

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of a relevant degree (3 years) coupled with demonstrated computer literacy and technical knowledge/understanding of IT and systems.
• Minimum of 2‑3 year's experience in the same or Similar role.
• Intelligence platforms and systems (SAP, Salesforce, Fieldko, Power BI).

Skills and Competencies

• Planning and organising.
• Project management.
• Verbal and written communication.
• Computer literacy (MS Office and especially proficiency in Excel).
• Report writing.
• Interpersonal.
• Logical thinking.
• Negotiation and influencing.
• Analytical thinking.
• Presentation.
• Organisational awareness.

We look forward to hearing from you!