National Head of Road Freight

2 days ago

Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa Boardroom Appointments Full time R1 200 000 - R2 400 000 per year


Job Purpose:

The National Head of Road Freight will oversee and lead operational excellence nationally and will be actively engaged in operational problems with a view to find workable solutions.

Job Function:

  • Support Front Office and Middle office Operations with designing and standardising solutions to meet the service requirements of the Front Office.
  • Optimize transport solutions as per client needs.
  • Manage operational relationships with suppliers which include sourcing and negotiation to ensure:
    • Establishment of focal point for suppliers.
    • Effective management of contracts and limits of liabilities in conjunction with legal.
    • Design solutions to guarantee complete and consistent quotations.
    • Ensure standardisation of operating procedures with suppliers.
    • Ensure compliance with MO procedures.
  • Monitor supplier performance.
  • Ensure competitive rates and services.
  • Monitor and report on procurement performance including transporter performance.
    • Provide booking forecasts.
    • Analyse confirmed booking: GO, NOGO (further analysis required for the NOGO)
  • Escalate/alert management and the HMO zone of any interesting / relevant market supplier information or any dysfunction.
  • Ability to drive strategic objectives ensuring consistent performance throughout the Cluster.
  • Any other delegated tasks deemed as reasonable as assigned by the Reporting Manager

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Degree in Logistics or equivalent
  • 10 years experience in Freight Forwarding
  • 5 of which should be in a Road Freight Head or similar role.

Competencies required:

  • Pro-active, aggressive, result oriented, competent leader and team player.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills with excellent English proficiency.
  • Ability to influence, negotiate and resolve conflicts on internal and external matters up to board level.
  • Sound knowledge of the road transport business locally and internationally.

  • Road Freight Controller

    2 days ago

    Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa Boardroom Appointments Full time

    Job Purpose: Successfully co-ordinate all client shipments from start to end (North and South bound). Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:Matric Freight Forwarding or any relevant qualification would be an advantage  Minimum of 3-5 years experience as a Road Controller in a freight forwarding environment with import & export experience.Job...

  • Road Freight Project Controller

    2 days ago

    Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa Boardroom Appointments Full time R250 000 - R500 000 per year

    Minimum requirements:Matric at higher grade inclusive of Mathematics and English.A Freight Forwarding or any such relevant course qualification is an advantage.Minimum of 3-5 years experience as a Road Controller in a freight forwarding environment.Project  experience essentialSea Import Experience will be an advantage.Responsibilities:Successfully...

  • Divisional Head: Disaster Management: EMDM50014

    7 days ago

    Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa City Of Ekurhuleni Full time R1 461 024 - R1 805 448 per year

    LocationCity of EkurhuleniRemunerationR 1,461,024 to R 1,805,448 - Total cost to companyAssignment TypeFixed Term ContractWorkplace: DEMS Head Office, 3 Hawley Road, BedfordviewKey performance areas:Provide strategic direction and leadership in the development and management of Disaster Management service delivery plans in alignment with departmental...

  • National Customs Manager

    2 days ago

    Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa Boardroom Appointments Full time R1 200 000 - R2 400 000 per year

    Job Purpose:Responsible for the smooth running and overseeing of the Customs Department for the Company and ensuring that the company follows the Codes of Good Practice and is in line with their Customs Accreditation.Job Function Johannesburg team: Main responsibility to ensure that the day to day Customs Clearances for both Import and Export are carried...

  • Divisional Head: Licensing: EMDM50009

    7 days ago

    Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa City Of Ekurhuleni Full time R1 461 024 - R1 805 488 per year

    LocationCity of EkurhuleniRemunerationR 1,461,024 to R 1,805,488 - Total cost to companyAssignment TypeFixed Term ContractWorkplace: 3 Howley Road, BedfordviewKey performance areas:Develop, integrate and monitor licensing strategies and plans, enabling effective delivery of compliance and governance throughout the OrganisationDevelop licensing services...

  • Sales Executive

    2 days ago

    Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa Boardroom Appointments Full time R250 000 - R500 000 per year

    Minimum requirements:MatricAt least 5 years sales experience in Freight/Linehaul or Logistics environmentValid Drivers LicenseKnowledge:Sales & Marketing principles and practices.External business environments.Company service charge rates.Company terms of payment.Company policies.Responsibilities:Acquire New Business.Source Sales leads by analyzing niche...

  • Human Capital Processor

    2 days ago

    Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa Boardroom Appointments Full time R120 000 - R180 000 per year

    Minimum requirements:Tertiary Qualification AdvantageousFully proficient in MS Word and MS ExcelWorking knowledge of recruitment and selection processesWorking knowledge of the Main Agreement of the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics IndustryResponsibilities:On boarding new TES staff and weekly company perm employees.Conversions...

  • Tracking Clerk

    2 days ago

    Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa Boardroom Appointments Full time R150 000 - R250 000 per year

    Contract positionMinimum requirements:MatricExperience: Road freight experience is an advantageMicrosoft Excel knowledge is required for this position intermediate to highResponsibilities:Ensure all clients receive daily tracking of all their shipments.Correspond with all hauliers on the position of the vehicle.In addition to checking with haulier on the...

  • Divisional Head Council

    7 days ago

    Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa City Of Ekurhuleni Full time R1 461 024 - R1 805 488 per year

    LocationCity of EkurhuleniRemunerationR 1,461,024 to R 1,805,488 - Total cost to companyAssignment TypeFixed Term ContractWorkplace: Germiston Civic Centre, GermistonKey performance areas:Ensure an effective and efficient legal and procedural support as well as secretarial service to Council and its Committees within the Legislature branch of the CoEProvide...

  • Divisional Head: Property Development: EPMO50005

    7 days ago

    Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa City Of Ekurhuleni Full time R1 461 024 - R1 805 488 per year

    LocationCity of EkurhuleniRemunerationR 1,461,024 to R 1,805,488 - Total cost to companyAssignment TypeFixed Term ContractWorkplace: EGSC Building, Cnr Cross & Roses Streets, GermistonKey performance areas:Maintain strategic relationshipsManage the development of properties on Council-owned landInitiate and manage development facilitation on Council-owned...