Closing Date: 2024/11/06Reference Number: UNI240808-7Job Title: Operations ManagerBusiness Unit / Division: ConsumerContract: Johannesburg X-DockJob Type Classification: Permanent - NormalLocation - Town / City: GautengLocation - Province: GautengLocation - Country: South AfricaJob Advert SummaryWe have a great opportunity at Unitrans for an Operations Manager to manage various depots/contracts around Gauteng Province. This position is within the Warehouse Business Unit in the Consumer Division.Job SummaryThe Operations Manager will oversee different functions and optimize processes to achieve organizational goals. This role involves directing and coordinating activities concerning project implementation, pricing, sales, and distribution of products. The manager will handle both direct and matrix resources, focusing on the development of plans, process impact, change management, communication, training, delivery, implementation of financials, and monitoring the performance of implemented solutions while continuously improving implementation capability.Key responsibilities include reviewing and providing weekly financial reports, sales, activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement. The manager will identify areas needing cost reduction and program improvement, establish and implement departmental policies, goals, objectives, and procedures, determine staffing requirements, and oversee human resources processes. Furthermore, the manager will monitor business operations to ensure efficient and effective service delivery while staying within budgetary limits.Minimum RequirementsTertiary Qualification in Warehousing, Transportation, and LogisticsExcellent Computer SkillsExcellent Management and Human Resources SkillsGood Understanding of Accounting Processes8 - 10 Years at Senior Operational Level in the Warehouse and Transportation IndustryBasic Legal Knowledge of ContractsProblem Solving SkillsJudgment and Decision-Making SkillsStrategic Planning CapabilityCustomer Management and Industry Networking CapabilityOccupational Health and Safety Act Legislation KnowledgeKnowledge of Vehicle and MHE Applications by OperationKnowledge of Financial Management PrinciplesSound Knowledge of the Logistics and Supply Chain Management EnvironmentUnderstanding of Company Disciplinary and Grievance ProceduresOwn Transport and Must Be Willing to TravelDuties & ResponsibilitiesManage Business StrategyIdentify Customer Needs, Grow the Business, and Provide Excellent Customer ServiceImplementation and Seamless Transition of New Business, Whether Organic or External GrowthProfitably Manage All Operations AssignedManage Vehicle Fleet (e.g., Planned Maintenance, Tyre Management, Equipment Selection, Capital Expenditure, Conformance to Legislation)Manage All Aspects of Finances within All Allocated ContractsManage Multiple Warehouses and ComplianceManage and Achieve Company and Customer Target KPIsEffective Financial Management of Strategic Business UnitManage and Report on Performance in Respect of Customer Service, Vehicle Utilization, Revenue, Costs, Changes in Business Trends, Corrective/New Actions Implemented, Health and Safety, Human Resources, Industrial Relations, and Asset ManagementManage Staff EffectivelyUnderstanding of Policies and Procedures in Supply Chain and Logistics Management
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