Date | 2024-10-17 |
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Job Title | Logistics Manager |
Employer | Time Personnel More Information |
Salary | 0 |
Category | Manufacturing |
Location |
Western Cape / Western Cape |
Job Summary
REQUIREMENTS
- Matric, Diploma or bachelors degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum of 3-5 years in a supervisory role within dispatch, logistics, or transportation, preferably in the manufacturing sector
- Proficiency in dispatch and logistics software
- Fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Must be able to work in both an office and warehouse setting
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Effective communication and collaboration skills across departments
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
DUTIES
- Lead and supervise the team of 11 staff members from various departments
- Monitor staff performance, provide feedback, and handle training and development initiatives
- Ensure that health and safety protocols are adhered to by the team during all dispatch activities
- Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of dispatch activities to ensure timely delivery of products
- Coordinate with production, warehouse, and sales teams to align dispatch schedules with customer demand and manufacturing output
- Continuously monitor KPIs related to dispatch operations (on-time delivery, cost per shipment, etc.) and implement corrective actions as needed
- Utilize dispatch software to track shipments and monitor the status of delivery vehicles.
- Collaborate with the customer service team to handle escalated issues related to delivery delays, damaged products, or incorrect orders
- Ensure that customer delivery specifications are met, including timelines and any special handling requirements
- Coordinate with the inventory management team to ensure sufficient stock levels are available for dispatch
- Address and resolve operational issues, such as vehicle breakdowns, route disruptions, and other logistics problems
- Investigate incidents such as late deliveries, product damage during transit, and implement solutions to prevent reoccurrence
- Maintain accurate records of shipments, dispatch activities, and driver logs
- Prepare reports on dispatch operations, including performance metrics and cost analysis, for senior management review
Salary:
R negotiable dependent on experience
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