Transport and Operations Manager

Boardroom Appointments; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics management firm in South Africa is seeking a Transport and Operations Manager to lead and develop the transport team. The role requires expertise in managing logistics, a sustainable approach to growth, and knowledge of logistics regulations. Ideal candidates should have significant experience in logistics and management, along with qualifications like Matric and a Logistics Qualification. This position emphasizes innovation to enhance logistics delivery and meet operational standards.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in logistics field.
• 2 years management experience.
• Knowledge of company and client IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Leads and develops the transport team.
• Manages fleet, budget, and resources sustainably.
• Implements innovative solutions to improve logistics.

Skills

Logistics

Team Leadership

Risk Management

Budget Management

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Logistics Qualification

Job description

About the job Transport and Operations Manager

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Logistics Qualification an advantage
• 5 years experience in logistics field and 2 years management experience

Knowledge:

• Company Standard Operating Procedures pertaining to the operation
• Customer requirements including cut off times and KPIs
• HR and IR regulations, policies, processes and procedures
• Internal and external services pertaining to the operation
• Company IT systems, their role and how they work as well as client IT systems where relevant
• Packaging standards and requirement for warehousing and distribution purposes
• Occupational Health and Safety Act 1993 and the requirements thereof
• ISO 9001 standard
• Use of equipment and maintenance costs

Responsibilities:

• Leads, empowers and develops the transport team.
• Safely and effectively manages its people, fleet, 3PL providers, budget, IT and other resources in a sustainable and profitable way as to grow the department.
• Identifies risks, issues and opportunities and deploys innovative solutions and techniques in response to improving logistics delivery and expected outcomes.