National Operations Leader - Road Freight

Kontak; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

The successful candidate will manage multiple branches, coach Branch Managers, and drive continuous improvement across operations, warehousing, cross-docking and linehaul processes. A strong track record in NBCRFLI compliance and cost control is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in senior management within road freight and distribution.
• Strong Excel, reporting and data analysis skills are required.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to manage multiple branches and senior managers.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for daily operational performance of the national branch network.
• Lead and coach Branch Managers to achieve targets and service levels.
• Set targets, monitor freight volumes, staffing, costs and productivity across branches.
• Conduct branch reviews, site visits and improvement plans.
• Implement SOPs, systems and controls across the network.
• Develop KPI, OTIF and cost reports and take corrective actions.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transport, Operations or Business Management

Tools

TMS

Job description

The successful candidate will manage multiple branches, coach Branch Managers, and drive continuous improvement across operations, warehousing, cross-docking and linehaul processes. A strong track record in NBCRFLI compliance and cost control is essential.