Manager, Sites, Road Logistics

DSVCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

30+ days ago

Job description

Time Type

Fulltime

Computer Literacy

Advanced level in full MS Office Suite Packages

Job related requirements

Matric – Grade 12
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the logistics or courier industry environment.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a managerial or similar role.
Experience in managing offsite based client facing staff.
Facilitate new client onboarding to align with internal operations and ensure smooth transitions
Ability to do MS Excel spreadsheets with Pivot tables, charts and formulas
Comprehensive knowledge of the LRA and BCEA
Punctuality and good time management skills
Good administrative skills & daily planning skills
Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment / technology
Ability to work under pressure & meet deadlines without fail
Ability to work without supervision
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work beyond scheduled working hours
Flexible and available to travel to various client locations as required
Own reliable transport and a valid unendorsed code 8 driver’s license

Electives

Make quick and clear decisions while adapting to changing circumstances

Manage diverse teams of people from sales through operations while showing respect for views and contributions, building team spirit, and reconciling conflict

Grow teams and increase productivity through performance management

Define and measure performance goals and hold self and others accountable to achievement of goals

Skilled in analytics and process mapping and distilling complex ideas into simple, actionable solutions

Work independently, but within the boundaries prescribed by DSV policies and procedures

Main Purpose of the role

Manage and support all administration and operational functions to drive operational excellence and meet customer requirements. Analyze statistics and write reports, contribute towards the achievement of client / company’s operational objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee overall site operations

Oversee Administration and operational functions to ensure compliance to SLA

Completion of Monthly Reports

Assisting clients with queries and discrepancies

Planning of Leave / Yearly and daily

Performing quality controls – KPI’s, SLA

Compile daily reports and send to assigned client staff

Address SLA failures

Manage the delivery of the organization’s objectives through communication, measurement and motivation of the staff

Manage cost and productivity on sites

Managing staff’s performance and growth to create a sustainable business environment

Managing and controlling resources and risk management.

Facilitate site meetings

Drive cost saving initiatives

Allocate and manage staff resources according to changing needs

Staff training and induction

Set and drive operational objectives

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 160,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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Manager • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa