Distribution Manager

1 week ago


Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Hire Resolve Full time

A leading logistics company situated in Durban is urgently seeking the expertise of an experienced Distribution Manager to join their team.

The successful incumbent for this position will be responsible for:

  • Work in conjunction with the Depot Manager to deliver the day-to-day distribution objectives,
  • Drive the implementation of improvements in operating processes and systems,
  • Ensure the agreed operational targets in respect of the secondary distribution network are achieved as per Client contracts,
  • Mitigate risk against people and physical assets (Trucks),
  • Ensure full legal compliance with all relevant legislation, OSH Act, Aarto,
  • Maintain and implement safety standards across the transport department and ensure that enhancements are implemented based on ongoing learning,
  • Compile the annual budget for the distribution department,
  • Manage costs to ensure the decreased cost to clients,
  • Manage COF, fine, driver behaviour, vehicle repairs and maintenance, fuel (CPK),
  • Report weekly on distribution KPIs with the relevant teams to address areas of non-conformance proactively and promptly,
  • Implement and encourage cost-cutting initiatives within the distribution department where these do not impact long term business sustainability,
  • Manage external supplier relationships and contracts to ensure agreed service levels are met,
  • Lead a distribution team and maintain a stable IR climate through a constructive relationship with unions,
  • Manage and deliver on succession plans to enable the development of a future generation of leaders and specialists,
  • Champion training and development of the team through the utilisation of available training opportunities or by contributing to the development of new training opportunities,
  • Conduct regular performance appraisals with subordinates,
  • Coach and support team members where necessary to achieve objectives.

Key requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Logistics
  • At least eight years of experience in distribution
  • Computer literacy – experience in working on a transport operational system / accounting system / relevant customer ERP system, MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Outlook.

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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