Outbound Transport Manager

To be responsible in its entirety for all Outbound Warehousing, Logistical and related Operational functions in the Cape Town Branch, including but not limited to the managing & optimization of the warehousing function, picking, packing, dispatching, stock control, systems, distribution, reporting and staff management to ensure compliance and customer satisfaction at all times.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Deliveries on time in full sustained at >95%

· Stock write offs < 0.2% of Turnover

· Ongoing reduction of customer complaints

· OTIF report daily based on previous days picking slips

· Go through the automated back order list to ensure back orders that stock has arrived goes out and due dates are met.

· Set vehicles daily based on areas, weights and number of pallets per order

· Work out customer / trip GP and cost per kg and make sure customers are not costing us money

· Constantly monitor delivery routes to try maximize space on the truck or save costs and eliminate over time.

· Get courier quotes for out-lying orders and see which delivery method is more cost effective

· Should a courier be used, ensure customer and credit controller get a sanned copy of invoice and waybill

· Go over daily vehicle check sheets to note down mileages and check for problems with vehicles / tyres etc

· Monitor mileage daily per vehicle to keep vehicles within the mileage bands to keep hire costs down

· Ensure vehicles are serviced at correct intervals

· Check tracker app to ensure correct overtime is captured and paid

· Monitor tracker to ensure drivers are driving safely, not sitting too long at customers or making unnecessary stops

· Complete daily loading sheets for vehicles

· Prepare trip sheets per vehicles

· Capture Inter Warehouse Requisitions transfer out when stock goes to other branches

· Process order and ensure delivery customers

· Reconcile fuel account

· Reconcile courier account

· Assist Frikkie with machinery quotes, invoices and delivery planning

· Receive customers cash payments and check before handing over to accounts

· Ensure drivers doing overnight trips have accommodation and money for accommodation and meals

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE

· Minimum 5 years solid outbound (dispatch) experience or logistics experience within a manufacturing concern

· Degree or Diploma in Operations, Logistics or Supply Chain is essential

· Reliable own transport and valid drivers’ license

· Detail orientated

· Excellent planning skills

· Knowledge of stock controlling, processing and ability to report on variances

· Task orientated

· Min 3 years staff management

Pay: R20 000,00 - R30 000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do you live in Hammersdale? or close to Hammersdale?
• How many years of Experience do you have as a Outbound Manager?
• Do you have FMCG experience?
• What is your Highest Qualification ?
• Do you have a valid driver's license?
• Do you have your own Vehicle?

Work Location: In person