Logistics Manager
Kempston Recruitment · Johannesburg, Gauteng
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Start free — we apply for you →- Our client is seeking a Logistics Manager, to join their team. The role is based in JHB, Gauteng and would suit someone familiar with the area.
Minimum skills and experience required
- Fluent in English and Afrikaans
- 5-10 years logistics management experience
- Hard working and self motivated
- Experience in managing local and cross-border deliveries
- A university degree is advantageous
Duties and Responsibilities: Fleet and Operations Oversight
- Load/Route planning: Building and planning loads for various customers daily. Communicating with warehouse managers and drivers to ensure loads are completed efficiently.
- Vehicle Maintenance: Inspecting vehicles and managing maintenance staff. In charge of overseeing repairs, timelines and reconning of tyres, parts and tools.
- Fleet monitors: Communicating with fleet controllers throughout the day to resolve delays and manage communication with clients in order to resolve issues on the road or at the shops/warehouses.
Management and Finance
- Team Leadership: Directing drivers, dispatchers, and support staff.
- Budget Control: Managing departmental operational and capital costs.
- Record Keeping: Communicating with administrative staff to manage and maintain driver overtime.
- Payment loading: Load daily payments for operational expenses Tolls; Night outs; casuals; border fees for CEO to review and approve.