Duties and Responsibilities
- Efficiently managing all costs of transportation, services and inventory transportation within the approved distribution strategy.
- Managing technical details relating to possibly international transportation, such as customs regulations and any necessary documentation.
- Developing and leading Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process
- Ensuring company compliance with laws and regulations regarding transportation, including hazardous materials.
- Resolving any legal issues pertaining to transportation/distribution.
- Ensuring the Logistics Department complies with ISO 9002 requirements
- Planning routes and load scheduling for all transportation activities for the Organization.
- Allocating and recording resources and movements on the transport planning system.
- Ensuring all partners in the supply chain are working effectively and efficiently to ensure smooth operations.
- Overseeing all planned maintenance of vehicles.
- Recruiting third party sub-contractors and ensuring that they deliver within agreed terms.
- Performing related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates.
Qualifications and Experience
- A Degree in Business Administration, Logistics or Supply Chain Management
- Experience in a senior role in Transport, Logistics or related.
- A Master’s Degree in Business or Transportation/Logistics Management will be an added advantage.
- Clean class 4 drivers licence