Assistant Manager, Operations, Road Logistics

7 days ago


Johannesburg, South Africa DSV Full time

**DSV - Global transport and logistics**

Location: Florida Glen
Job Posting Title: Assistant Manager, Operations, Road Logistics
Time Type: Full Time

**Main Purpose of The Role**:
To effectively manage the operations in the branch to ensure efficiency and contract adherence in terms of client relations, operational performance, commercial and people management and development.

**Minimum Requirements**:

- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Supervisory or Management role.
- Code 8 driver’s license.
- Own reliable transport reflecting professional image.
- Ability to work shifts.
- Prepared to undergo random polygraph tests and criminal checks.
- Flexibility in terms of job functions as a result of changing workflow and patterns
- Must have some previous operational management experience.

**Electives**:

- Experience in Transport Management.
- Qualification or studying towards a diploma or degree in Transport Management, Logistics, Supply. Chain Management or any related field.
- Process engineering.
- Telephone etiquette.
- Experience in IR.

**Qualifications**:

- Matric (essential)

**Computer packages**:

- ESS, SAP, Fleet Connect, Report Manager

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Manage staff attendance and morale.
- Manage staff and freight processes with attention to details.
- Debriefing of drivers.
- Escalation of incidents and issues.
- Ensure integrity of freight is observed.
- Make sure that all deadlines are met.
- Ensure that Occupational Health and Safety rules are adhered to.
- Ensure that housekeeping is practiced at all times.
- Run and action daily, weekly and monthly reports.
- Manage and control vehicle fleet and Owner Drivers.
- Ensure that all SLA’s are achieved.
- Actively involvement with CIP and CAPA.
- Protect and control company assets.
- Effective communication on all levels.
- Problem solving and system analysis.
- Administrative duties.
- Client liaison (telephonically and in person).
- Operational and routing decisions, vehicle and cost control.
- Drive cost savings initiative.
- Able to work under pressure.
- Good communication skills.
- Be prepared to undergo credit and criminal checks as well as integrity tests
- Health and safety knowledge in a warehouse environment.

**DSV - Global transport and logistics**

DSV is one of the very best performing companies in the transport and logistics industry. 75,000 employees in more than 90 countries work passionately to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services - as part of the operation or in a variety of supporting roles. If you have drive and talent and enjoy responsibility, we’ll give you the support you need to explore your potential and forward your career.



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