MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Degree or Diploma in Road Transport or Logistics or a Degree in Management with financial electives5-7 years' experience in a Logistics and Supply Chain management environment1-2 years for the most complex task (strategic planning focuses on the next year's activities)Knowledge of Logistics and Supply Chain ManagementExperience in finance and financial analysisKnowledge of logistics equipment and the associated maintenance requirementsGeneral knowledge of the operations and configurations of mechanical vehiclesKnowledge of general expense management / budgetingHuman resources management skillsRelevant written and verbal contracts / service level agreementsExperience in KPI reportingNational Bargaining Council AgreementsDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: FinancialCompile and present annual budgets and periodic forecastsMeasure monthly performance against budgetEnsure all administrative functions are conducted within the prescribed deadlinesStrict cost managementScreen all suppliers by comparing costs, quality products and BEEAuthorize and submit cash book payments so that the costs are correctly allocatedReport weekly on projects contract revenue, kilometres and profits OperationalEffective management of organisational assets and resourcesDevelop and maintain procedures which relate to day to day operational requirementsMaximise asset utilisationDay to day management of vehicle maintenance and tyresDaily load planning and feedbackDaily management staff working hours and overtimeCustomer relationsEffective customer relationship managementMonthly KPI reporting and operational feedbackIdentification and implementation of cost saving initiatives for the customerAudit the quality of service provided through personal interaction with the customer on an ongoing basis and timeous corrective action is taken when required SHERQ Identify, implement and maintain site/ depot specific requirements as per legislation, policy and customer requirementsManage and control all assets that are acquired and disposed of according to the relevant procedure and ensure accurate recording Management of safety, health, environment and qualityImplement and manage an effective SHEQ system addressing all safety risksDevelop a Workplace Skills Plan by assessing the development and training required by subordinatesEnforcing adherence to legislation, policies and proceduresEstablish and maintaining a safe working environment for staffAccident and incident investigations and reportingONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted.