Cape Town City Centre: Logistics Manager

Key Responsibilities: Transportation Management – Coordinate the movement of bulk cement from the port to warehouse locations. – Manage company-owned tankers and liaise with third-party transport providers for deliveries and collections. – Schedule and monitor the dispatch of cement and finished goods (bricks and blocks) to customers and internal sites. – Ensure all transportation activities comply with safety, legal, and company standards. Warehouse & Inventory Coordination – Oversee inventory levels at all cement storage locations and maintain accurate stock records. – Plan and monitor debagging and tanker loading activities at the dedicated station. – FIFO system is followed on all products. – Ensure empty pallet processes are followed and maintained. – Ensure pallet returns records are captured and maintained. – Ensure efficient storage and retrieval systems across all warehouse sites. Logistics Planning & Reporting  – Develop daily/weekly logistics plans aligned with production and sales schedules. – Track KPIs for delivery performance, inventory turnover, transport costs, etc. – Generate regular reports for management on logistics performance and suggest process improvements. Supplier & Transporter Liaison – Negotiate terms and service levels with transporters and logistics vendors. – Monitor transporter performance and ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries. – Resolve any delivery or transport-related disputes or delays. Compliance & Risk Management – Ensure all logistics operations adhere to local regulations and company policies. – Conduct regular risk assessments and implement controls for transport and storage safety. – Keep records of permits, insurance, and maintenance of the company tankers. Minimum Requirements: – Proven experience (5 years) in logistics, transport coordination, or warehouse management. – Knowledge of bulk cement handling and experience with tanker logistics is highly advantageous. – Strong understanding of inventory management and warehousing principles. – Excellent planning, problem-solving, and leadership skills. – Proficiency in logistics software, Microsoft Excel, and report generation. – Valid driver’s license and familiarity with Cape Town routes and regulations. – Ability to manage multiple sites and priorities in a fast-paced environment. – Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management. – Experience in the construction materials or cement industry. – Exposure to fleet management systems and transport compliance procedures. Work Environment & Travel: Primarily based at the Inca Concrete Products. Regular site visits to other warehouses and the debagging station. Occasional travel to transporters’ depots and customer sites as needed.