About the position
A leading player in the Logistics, Distribution and Supply Chain Industries would like to appoint a Transport Fleet Manager at their Depot in Linbro Park, Johannesburg. The overall objective of this Fleet Manager role is to effectively manage and oversee the day to day operations of the depot/plant in terms of the transport, distribution and supply chain services of the company. Budget Control: Experience and Qualifications:
Candidates with a B Degree, National Diploma and/or a Certificate in Transport, Logistics or a related field will get a benefit.
Shifts will be required to be worked including a night shift from 18:00 to 06:00.
Creditors - Ensure all invoices and PO's are signed off and submitted to Finance. Follow up on outstanding money; Other - Insurance claims, traffic fines, vehicle maintenance; Management of driver hours; Budget and Resource Planning - Use relevant data and analysis to give input into budget preparation for the division/depot.
Client Service:
Service Culture - Deliver within SLA; Partnership Management - Cultivate objective working relationships with variety of stakeholders (e.g. HR team, IT, Clients); Client Relationship Management - Daily client interactions on the frontline. Solve challenges and queries to reduce complaints.
Operational Execution:
Oversee and manage own fleet of vehicles.
Trip management
Load trips onto in-house application; Manage and schedule drivers' working hours; Route planning; Oversee successful loading of goods at clients with all relevant paperwork; Planning and scheduling the overs (old order incomplete from last loading cycle with new orders received.
Minimum of 2 years' experience in a transport environment.
Proven track record of managing portfolio of customers.
Specific industry experience beneficial.
Computer Literacy (MS Office Suite - Excel, Word and Outlook)
A minimum of matric/grade 12
A relevant diploma/degree/certificate will be a benefit.
Must be willing to work shifts, flexible hours and over weekends.
A valid drivers' license and own transport is required.
Languages: The successful candidate must be able to communicate in both English and Afrikaans
Desired Skills:
- Fleet management
- Manage Vehicle Fleet
- Transport Management
- Fleet Administration
- Road regulations
- Leadership/Management Skills
- Depot Management
Desired Qualification Level:
- Grade 12 / Matric
About The Employer:
The client is a leading supplier of Transport, Logistics, Distribution and Supply Chain Service in South Africa and Southern Africa. The Head Office is in the Cape Town area, but the vacancy for a Fleet Manager is at their Depot in Linbro Park, Johannesburg.
