Manager, Operations

2 weeks ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa DSV Road GmbH Full time

DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Read more at www.dsv.com

Location: Cape Town
Job Posting Title: Manager, Operations
Time Type: Fulltime

Minimum Requirements
  1. Minimum of 5 years' experience in the Logistics or Courier environment, with a minimum of 3 years in a nightshift managerial role
  2. Financial, Operational, HR and IR Skills are essential
  3. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and lead staff
  4. Comprehensive knowledge of the LRA and BCEA.
  5. Must have a valid, unendorsed Code 08 drivers license
  6. Must have own reliable transport
  7. Be able to work overtime / shifts should it be needed
  8. Flexible to travel
  9. Able to attend client meetings
Electives
  1. Experience in Quality improvement initiatives/methodologies (Such as Six Sigma, Lean)
  2. Deadline Driven and ability to work under pressure
  3. Ability to analyse data and report on KPI's
Main Purpose of the Role

To manage the staff, clients and deliverables of the branch ensuring that it is aligned with the overall objectives of the organization and the resources are fully utilized to ensure optimal delivery of services to our clients.

Duties & Responsibilities
  1. To manage the delivery of the organizations objectives through communication, measurement and motivation of the staff
  2. To manage cost and productivity within the branch ensuring the effectiveness and the efficiency thereof
  3. To ensure compliance to internal and external controls and other KPI's set at global and local level
  4. To deliver on the bottom line budget commitment to ensure that the business unit budget is met
  5. To identify opportunities and risks within the business that may impact the business environment and ability to deliver to shareholder commitments
  6. Managing people's performance and growth to create a sustainable business environment
  7. Identify and action training needs within the Operation
  8. Adherence to deadlines and schedules
  9. Managing and controlling resources and risk management
  10. Administrative duties relevant to the position
  11. Interacting with customers at all levels – in person and telephonically
  12. Attend regular customer meetings
  13. Maintain existing systems processes and controls with continuous improvement
  14. Improving KPI Metrics within the business
  15. Active managing of the operation ensuring housekeeping is in order and all Audit points are adhered to and met

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV's Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

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