Logistics AM

ROLE PURPOSE

To manage and coordinate daily transport operations, including route planning, scheduling, fleet utilization and driver management, while maintaining efficient operations and delivering reliable service to clients

MAIN OUTPUTS

• Plan, optimise and oversee daily transport routes to support maximum efficiency and punctuality
• Manage and coordinate transport schedules to ensure smooth daily operations
• Manage, motivate and coordinate a team of drivers and operational staff
• Use Microsoft Excel to track schedules, analyse route performance, manage operational data and prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports.
• Coordinate vehicle maintenance and monitor compliance with applicable safety requirements
• Regularly Monitor fleet utilisation and vehicle availability
• Resolve operational challenges promptly to minimise service disruptions
• Monitor transport operations and identify opportunities to improve efficiency
• Implement cost-saving measures without compromising service quality
• Maintain accurate operational records and transport data
• Monitor service delivery and address operational issues that may impact on customer satisfaction.
  

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

The Applicant must meet the following requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Transport Management, Logistics or Operations Management.
• Matric (Senior Certificate)
• Valid Driver’s License
• 1-3 years’ experience in route planning, scheduling and operational coordination.
• Transport scheduling and coordination. Vehicle maintenance and safety compliance monitoring.
• MS Word, MS Excel & MS Outlook

FUNDAMENTAL COMPETENCIES

• Fleet utilisation monitoring
• Attentive To Detail
• Transport cost and operational efficiency management
• Good written communication
• Customer/Client Focused
• Ability To Dealing With Ambiguity
• Interactive Reasoning
• Planning & Scheduling
• Teamwork
• Relationship Building
• Good Listening Skills
• Excellent Oral Communication