Operations Manager (3-month fixed-term contract)

Abantu Staffing Solutions; Durban; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Abantu Staffing Solutions is looking for an experienced operations manager in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. The role requires ensuring efficient management of logistics operations and planning within the KZN contract, including overseeing staff and resources.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years' experience in logistics and yard management, possess strong computer skills, and hold a diploma or degree in Logistics or a similar field. A comprehensive understanding of system solutions is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or Equivalent is mandatory.
• 5+ years experience in logistics and/or yard management is required.
• Must have sound computer knowledge with advanced applications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective management of operations within the KZN contract.
• Plan and optimize operations processes.
• Manage staff effectively, including over 80 employees.

Skills

Logistics management

Staff management

System solutions utilization

Computer skills (MS Office, Supply Chain Management)

Education

Grade 12 or Equivalent

Diploma/Degree in Logistics or similar

Tools

V-Motion Yard Management System

Supply Chain Management Systems

Job description

Overview

Main purpose of the job is to ensure the effective and efficient management of the operations within the KZN contract, lined to specific business activities, but not limited.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or Equivalent
• Technical fitment knowledge (advantageous)
• Diploma/Degree in Logistics or similar qualification (or studying towards)
• 5+ years experience in logistics and/or yard management
• Proven understanding of effectively utilising system solutions to successfully run operations.
• Effective management of staff (over 80 employees at 1 site)
• Effective utilisation of resources to run lean operations.
• Must have sound computer knowledge and applications at an advance level (Full MS Office Suite, Supply Chain Management Systems, Yard Management Systems).

Key Performance Areas

• Operations Planning and Processes.
• Effective use of V-Motion Yard Management System Solution
• Staff Management
• Damage Management
• Fleet Maintenance
• Safety
• Quality
• Delivery

Key Performance Indicators

• Safety
• Quality
• Delivery
• Cost
• Employees / Staff Management
• Continuous Improvement