Job Description
About the Role
A leading cold storage and export logistics facility in Port Elizabeth is seeking an experienced Section Manager to oversee cold storage operations relating to citrus fruit exports. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing operational teams, ensuring cold chain integrity, and maintaining compliance with export market requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily cold storage and dispatch operations relating to citrus fruit exports.
- Ensure compliance with export market protocols and cold treatment requirements.
- Manage operational teams including loaders, forklift drivers, fridge operators, scanners, and dispatch clerks.
- Ensure accurate loading of containers and adherence to dispatch specifications.
- Monitor stock movement and pallet handling within cold rooms and dispatch bays.
- Maintain strict cold chain integrity and ensure correct temperature management for all products.
- Coordinate container arrivals and loading schedules with transporters and forwarding agents.
- Prepare and manage documentation required for export inspections.
- Liaise with relevant regulatory authorities and ensure readiness for inspections.
- Investigate and resolve operational issues including damaged pallets, container issues, and equipment damage.
- Conduct daily operational meetings and manage workflow planning.
- Monitor staff performance, manage rosters, and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Ensure cold rooms and operational areas are maintained in a clean and safe condition.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
- Minimum 810 years of experience in cold storage, fruit export, or packhouse operations.
- Strong knowledge of citrus handling and export market requirements.
- In-depth understanding of cold chain management and temperature-controlled storage.
- Experience dealing with export inspections and regulatory compliance.
- Proven experience managing operational teams in a warehouse or cold storage environment.
- Strong leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure during peak export seasons.
Qualifications
No specific qualifications mentioned.
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About Other Clearing and Forwarding Jobs in Eastern Cape
The clearing and forwarding industry is an essential sector in the Eastern Cape province, typically employing professionals who facilitate the movement of goods across international borders. This field offers a range of job opportunities for those with the right skills and experience.
Salary expectations for clearing and forwarding positions in the Eastern Cape are generally within the broad range of R500 000 to R1 000 000 per annum, depending on factors such as level of experience, size of the company, and industry sector. However, it’s essential to note that actual salaries can vary significantly based on individual circumstances, and these figures should be taken as a rough guide only.
Common skills required for clearing and forwarding roles include language proficiency (typically English or Afrikaans), knowledge of international trade regulations, experience with logistics management systems, analytical and problem-solving skills, communication and interpersonal skills, and attention to detail. Additionally, a degree in a relevant field such as supply chain management, economics, or business is often advantageous.
The clearing and forwarding industry is commonly associated with the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and export-oriented industries. These sectors require efficient logistics and transportation systems to move goods across borders, making clearing and forwarding professionals essential to their operations.
Career development opportunities for clearing and forwarding professionals in the Eastern Cape are generally good, with many companies investing in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge. Typically, this field offers a range of career progression paths, from entry-level positions to senior management roles, providing ample opportunities for growth and advancement.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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