Freight Management Director

1 month ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa GEODIS Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Freight Management Director to join our team at GEODIS in Johannesburg, South Africa.

About the Role

This is a senior leadership position responsible for leading the branch management team and driving business growth through effective freight services delivery.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement branch plans and budgets to align with national operations strategy and business objectives.
  • Manage the execution of freight services within the branch, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance with industry requirements and customer contracts.
  • Optimize and manage consistency in freight services, implementing Global and Regional policies, processes, and procedures.
  • Identify optimization opportunities within the branch and manage realization in cooperation with the Business Excellence department.
  • Contribute to the identification of best practices within the branch and implement them to further develop the branch and provide first-class freight management solutions.
  • Develop and maintain customer relationships with assigned customers, enhancing client portfolio and safeguarding sales revenue.
  • Gather, consolidate, analyze, and report management information on branch level related to operational performance.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
  • More than 10 years of experience in freight management, preferably in a branch management role.
  • Strong knowledge of multi-modal transportation and operational skills.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills.
What We Offer
  • An estimated annual salary of $120,000 - $150,000 based on location and experience.
  • A competitive benefits package.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
About Us

GEODIS is a global logistics company providing innovative supply chain solutions. Our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction drives our success.



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