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Worcester Area – Western Cape: An opportunity has arisen for a high calibre Contract Manager I to manage financial and administration requirements as well as tyre tracking and costs.

Contract management involves overseeing the creation, negotiation, execution, and maintenance of contracts between parties, typically within a business or organizational setting. Responsible for the efficient, competitive and commercially viable operation and administration of the company's distribution depots. Responsible for all administration handling, storage, despatch and transportation of goods after receipt from the factories to the point of final delivery, in the correct quantity, quality, time and condition, as per the sales orders. This is to be achieved at optimum cost in order to ensure the best return for the company by continually meeting customers service needs.

POSITION INFO: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Degree or Diploma in Road Transport or a Degree in Management with financial electives.
• 5-7 years' experience in a Logistics and Supply Chain management environment.
• 1-2 years for the most complex task (strategic planning focuses on the next year's activities).
• Knowledge of Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
• Experience in financial analysis.
• Knowledge of logistics equipment and the associated maintenance requirements.
• General knowledge of the operations and configurations of mechanical vehicles.
• Knowledge of general expense management/budgeting.
• Relevant written and verbal contracts/service level agreements.
• Experience in KPI reporting.
• National Bargaining Council Agreements.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Compile and present annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Measure monthly performance against budget.
• Ensure all administrative functions are conducted within the prescribed deadlines.
• Strict cost management.
• Screen all suppliers by comparing costs, quality products and BEE.
• Authorize and submit cash book payments so that the costs are correctly allocated.
• Report weekly on projects contract revenue, kilometres and profits.
• Effective management of organisational assets and resources.
• Develop and maintain procedures which relate to day-to-day operational requirements.
• Maximise asset utilisation.
• Day-to-day management of vehicle maintenance and tyres.
• Daily load planning and feedback.
• Daily management of staff working hours and overtime.
• Effective customer relationship management.
• Monthly KPI reporting and operational feedback.
• Identification and implementation of cost saving initiatives for the customer.
• Audit the quality of service provided through personal interaction with the customer on an ongoing basis and ensure timeous corrective action is taken when required.
• Identify, implement and maintain site/depot specific requirements as per legislation, policy and customer requirements.
• Manage and control all assets that are acquired and disposed of according to the relevant procedure and ensure accurate recording.
• Management of safety, health, environment and quality.
• Implement and manage an effective system addressing all safety risks.
• Develop a Workplace Skills Plan by assessing the development and training required by subordinates.
• Enforce adherence to legislation, policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain a safe working environment for staff.
• Conduct accident and incident investigations and reporting.

ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.