Courier Operations Supervisor

4 days ago


Polokwane, South Africa Pepkor Lifestyle Full time

1. Shift Operations Management
Supervise all courier activities to ensure smooth and timely deliveries.
Monitor the progress of deliveries via tracking systems and adjust routes or resources as needed.
Address and resolve operational issues, including delivery delays, route changes, or emergencies.
Monitor and optimize delivery routes to improve efficiency and reduce delivery times.
Ensure that all vehicles are properly maintained and meet safety and legal requirements.
Monitors and controls the flow of stock into and out of outbound cages.
Coordinates with the Inbound/Warehouse Manager the timely execution of picking according to planned deliveries and collections.
Resolves delivery queries.
Checks that the correct loading of goods takes place to prevent damage to stock.
Manages the allocation of trucks, drivers and routes for delivery.
Manages the scheduling of pick-ups, returns, re-deliveries and collections on the Transport Activity.
Manages and resolves unsuccessful pick-ups, returns and re-deliveries.
Monitors these activities and intervenes on any anomalies throughout the course of the day to address anomalies.
Addresses queries relating to urgent deliveries / collections.
Collaborates with the Returns/Complaints departments on pick-ups, swap-outs and re-deliveries.
2. Team Supervision
Assign tasks to couriers and ensure proper distribution of workload across the team.
Conduct pre-shift briefings to communicate objectives, special instructions, or route updates.
Provide ongoing support and guidance to couriers during the shift.
3. Performance Monitoring and Reporting
Track and evaluate courier performance, ensuring compliance with company standards.
Prepare and submit shift reports detailing delivery metrics, issues resolved, and courier feedback.
Identify and escalate recurring operational challenges to the Operations Manager.
Supervise and lead a team of couriers, dispatchers, and support staff.
Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, and training to improve team skills and efficiency.
Schedule shifts, manage attendance, and handle day-to-day personnel management.
Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), including delivery times, customer satisfaction, and cost efficiency.
Implement process improvements to optimize operational performance and reduce costs.
Use technology and software solutions to monitor deliveries and optimize routes.
Act as the liaison between courier staff and management, communicating performance goals and operational updates.
Work closely with other departments (e.g., logistics, customer service) to ensure smooth workflow and resolve any operational bottlenecks.
Prepare regular reports for senior management on operational performance and staff productivity.
4. Administrative Duties
Maintain accurate logs of deliveries, returns, and incidents during the shift.
Coordinate the maintenance of courier vehicles and equipment to avoid operational downtime.
5. Compliance and Safety
Ensure all couriers are equipped with the necessary tools and safety gear before commencing their routes.
Ensure all operations comply with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Implement and enforce safety protocols to minimize accidents and ensure the well-being of all employees.
Enforces access control to restricted areas.
Monitors compliance to Service Centre operational safety guidelines, policies and procedures.
Maintains safe working conditions.
Complies with all legislative requirements relating to any injuries on duty.
Attends quarterly Health and Safety meetings with team and address outstanding items.
Manages the safe working condition of fleet.
Conducts checks and monitors the maintenance of the fleet.
Complies with and enforces OHSA legislation in area of responsibility.
Completes the necessary checklists relating to the fleet, the building and equipment within area of responsibility.
6. Customer Service
Act as the primary contact point for customers to address inquiries or complaints.
Address and resolve customer complaints and issues related to delivery services.
Ensure that couriers provide professional, courteous service to all customers.
Monitor customer feedback to implement continuous improvement in operations.
Ensure customer satisfaction by resolving delivery issues quickly and professionally.
Provide excellent customer service by greeting recipients in a friendly and professional manner, obtaining signatures, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Maintains a professional image by wearing the uniform provided by the company and ensures that his/her appearance is neat and presentable when dealing with customers.
Treats all customers with dignity and respect.
Maintains high standards of professionalism in all dealings with customers.
Deals effectively with customer complaints and queries and ensures that complaints are resolved or escalated to the Supervisor for resolution.
Recognises and celebrates customer centric behaviour within others.
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