Operations Manager

Seeking experienced logistics professional to manage business strategy, customer needs, and operations in a fast-paced warehouse and transportation environment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Tertiary qualification in Warehousing, Transportation and Logistics
• Excellent computer skills
• Strong management and human resources skills
• Good understanding of accounting processes
• 8-10 years of senior operational experience in the Warehouse and Transportation industry
• Basic legal knowledge of contracts
• Problem-solving skills
• Judgment and decision-making skills
• Strategic planning capability
• Customer management and industry networking capability
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act legislation
• Knowledge of vehicle and MHE applications by operation
• Knowledge of financial management principles
• Sound knowledge of the logistics and supply chain management environment
• Understanding of company disciplinary and grievance procedures
• Own transport and willingness to travel

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage business strategy and customer needs
• Identify opportunities for growth and provide excellent customer service
• Implement and transition new business initiatives
• Profitably manage all operations assigned
• Manage vehicle fleet, including planned maintenance and equipment selection
• Manage all aspects of finances within allocated contracts
• Manage multiple warehouses and compliance
• Manage and achieve company and customer target KPIs
• Effective financial management of strategic business unit
• Manage and report on performance in respect of customer service, vehicle utilization, revenue, costs, and changes in business trends
• Manage staff effectively
• Understand policies and procedures in supply chain and logistics management

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.