Senior Transport Manager | Hybrid Work & Strategic Ops

Placements24

Sandton

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model
Executive health and retirement plans
Career progression opportunities
Executive bonus potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Transport Manager in Sandton to lead planning, execution, and optimization of transport operations across regions. You will manage a team of coordinators and supervisors, drive cost-efficiency, compliance, and exceptional service delivery.

The role requires strategic leadership, strong knowledge of regulations, fleet management, and proficiency with TMS and MS Office. Hybrid work model and executive benefits are offered in this dynamic Gauteng environment.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in transport management or senior logistics roles.
  • Experience managing large-scale transport operations.
  • Knowledge of transport regulations and fleet management.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement transport strategies aligned with business objectives.
  • Manage and optimize transport fleet, including scheduling, routing, and maintenance.
  • Oversee a team of transport professionals with leadership and performance management.
  • Ensure compliance with national and regional transportation regulations and safety standards.
  • Monitor transport costs and manage budgets; identify savings opportunities.
  • Negotiate and manage contracts with 3PLs and carriers.

Skills

Leadership
Strategic planning
Financial management
TMS
Fleet management

Education

Bachelor's degree in logistics or related field

Tools

TMS
MS Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Transport Manager in Sandton to lead planning, execution, and optimization of transport operations across regions. You will manage a team of coordinators and supervisors, drive cost-efficiency, compliance, and exceptional service delivery.

The role requires strategic leadership, strong knowledge of regulations, fleet management, and proficiency with TMS and MS Office. Hybrid work model and executive benefits are offered in this dynamic Gauteng environment.

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