Job Description

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An opportunity has arisen for a high calibre Contract Manager to Manage Warehouses & Transport Operations, which includes financial, Budgets, administration, SHEQ and KPI Targets within a High Pressurized Production to Warehousing to customers JIT (Just In Time) environment in

Johannesburg Area - Gauteng

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

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Degree or Diploma in Road Transport/Logistics/Warehousing/ Degree in Management with financial electives 5-7 years' experience in a Logistics and Supply Chain management environment and Warehousing Distribution 5 Years PLUS for the most complex task (strategic planning focuses on the next year's activities) Knowledge of Logistics and Supply Chain Management and Warehousing Management Experience in ad-hoc / open market logistics/Warehousing Knowledge of fuel management Knowledge of equipment maintenance management, Yellow Equipment, MHE, Vehicles Knowledge of general expense management / budgeting Management and communication skills Sound knowledge of policies and procedures in supply chain and logistics management Human resources management skills Knowledge of Company Disciplinary and Grievance procedures Knowledge of recruitment and disciplinary procedures Relevant written and verbal contracts / service level agreements National Bargaining Council Agreements (Road Freight) Presentations aligned to Contracted KPI's and internal Targets Operations need to be managed 365/24/7

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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

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Effective management of operational processes and contracts/service Develop and maintain procedures which relate to day to day operational requirements. Ensure Operations clear production lines to receiving into the warehouse Working on the WMS (Warehouse Management System) & TMS (Transport Management System) (in-house) JDE experience an advantage Quality Control Inventory Management, with thorough understanding of FIFI (First in First Out) Ensure proper routing of deliveries and scheduling of vehicles to achieve delivery targets as per customer requirements. Vehicle/MHE downtime is monitored, controlled and kept to a minimum Vehicle, driver and cargo security Optimal usage of fuel No unnecessary route deviation & Planned returns to Plant Ensure adherence to procedures pertaining to Loading and offloading procedures (as per client requirements) Safety and security standards Optimal allocations of vehicles and staff Timeous vehicle inspection Identify, implement and maintain site/ depot specific requirements as per legislation, policy and customer requirements Tyre management system

EFFECTIVE CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

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Undertake effective client relationship management Weekly/Monthly KPI reporting presentations in Power BI Including client entertainment when necessary Audit the quality of service provided through personal interaction with the customer on an ongoing basis and timeous corrective action is taken when required Monitoring and measuring service levels to achieve Highest Standards of Excellence to the client

MANAGEMENT OF FINANCIAL AND ADMINISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

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Monitor and Manage costs Undertake accurate and timeous forecasting Screen all suppliers by comparing costs, quality products and BEE Authorize and submit cash book payments so that the costs are correctly allocated Report weekly on projects contract revenue, kilometres and profits Monitor and reconcile Daily kilometres travelled Monitoring fuel Report on performance of the contact on a monthly basis Manage and control all assets that are acquired and disposed of according to the relevant procedure and ensure accurate recording

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MANAGEMENT OF SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

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Manage housekeeping, safety and quality by ensuring that all housekeeping audits are conducted regularly, and that corrective action is taken if required. This includes Condition of the vehicles & MHE Appearance of ALL staff in site specific PPE at ALL times Appearance of offices & Equipment Manage accidence and insurance Ensure accident report keeping system is maintained Safety and security orientation Implement and manage an effective SHEQ system addressing all safety risks Effective management of human resources

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EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

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Develop performance standards Measure performance accordingly for each position Conduct Performance Reviews and evaluate performance on a regular basis Coach and provide feedback on possible areas that can be developed or rectified Correct performance when required and discuss problem areas and discuss possible actions that can be undertaken Ensure effective record keeping by maintaining personal files for all subordinates Develop a Workplace Skills Plan by assessing the development and training required by subordinates Undertake purposeful recruitment as per operational requirements in line with Recruitment Procedures Ensure that planned progress is made in terms of the Employment Equity Plan Monitor employees remuneration and benefits and compare the monthly staff costs with budgeted allocations Grievance * Human resources report monthly