About the position
A growing recycling operation is looking for a hands-on Operations and Trading Manager who is also an appointed 16.2 to lead the full operational performance of the plant while taking primary ownership of the commercial side of the business, specifically identifying, securing and managing buyers for all processed material to ensure consistent, profitable and rapid offtake. Based in the Durban area.
Tasks & responsibilities:
- Identify, develop and manage a reliable network of buyers; negotiate volumes, pricing and terms; ensure consistent monthly sales and rapid offtake of product.
- Determine and direct daily operational plans to support production and sales targets
- Oversee daily collections
- Ensure required stock takes are conducted (daily, weekly and month-end)
- Monitor production throughout the day to ensure daily targets are met
- Ensure material quality is consistently maintained and meets the required sales specifications
- 3rd Party contractor management
- Monitor housekeeping daily
- Keep tight control on plant assets and report any possibility of abuse, neglect or theft to management
- Monitor general maintenance and repairs to the plant and equipment
- Ensure the correct procedures and requirements are followed when closing down or at the end of a shift
- Set KPIs and conduct performance reviews for staff
- Identify health and safety issues and report them accordingly
- Keep the site clean and tidy as per standard operating procedures
- Ensure staff follow all safety procedures (wear PPE, abide by speed limits, safety equipment and measures, evacuation procedure, fire etc.)
Qualifications, Experience & Competencies:
- Bachelor's Degree / National Diploma or equivalent in relevant field
- Must be a 16.2 appointee.
- Management certification will be advantageous
- Valid Drivers' Licence and own transportation
- 3 to 5 years' experience in a Management position in Recycling / Manufacturing or similar environment
- Proven Financial, Logistics, Production and 3rd party contractor management skills
- Extensive experience in a management role in Recycling, Waste Management,
- Manufacturing or similar industry
- Working knowledge of EE, OSH, SHE, LRA and BCE Legislation
- Extensive customer engagement and sales acumen
- Trading experience
- Project management skills
If you don't hear from us within 2 weeks, please accept your application as unsuccessful.
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