Distribution Coordinator

SUMMARY:
A new opportunity exists for a Distribution Coordinator to join this amazing team in Nigel Gauteng.

POSITION INFO:
Qualification/experience required:

• Grade 12
• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience managing a team of at least 40 people in an FMCG environment
• Previous experience with Roadshow and MixTelematics will be advantageous
• Must have a good understanding of the following: Fleet utilisation, fuel usage and consumption, planning loads in a cost-effective way
• Above average proficiency in MS Word and Excel
• Strong administrative skills and must be able to prepare and present daily/monthly distribution reports with root causes and action plans
• Must be able to work shifts

• Effective interpersonal and communicational skills
• Assertive and punctual
• Independent, self-motivated and mature person
• Focused on detail and accuracy
• Experience with outsourcing transporters would be an advantage.
• Good time management
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work under pressure and independently.
• Fast learner

• Ensure all Daily / Weekly / Monthly Deadlines are met
• Management and reconciliation of Diesel Usage and Calculation
• Manage Traffic Fines and recover cost from responsible parties
• Manage E-Toll / Bankfin Reconciliations
• Working with Electronic Reports from outside suppliers
• Briefing and debriefing of drivers
• Co-ordinate and management tracker and control systems
• Manage and ensure extended life of trucks.
• Track & Control Budget vs Actual
• Monitor Vehicle Kilometers including Service Plans with Suppliers
• Keep accurate records of all Drivers Licenses + PDP
• Ensure constant communication with weighbridge staff and drivers
• Vehicle inspections and repair arrangements
• Ensure reporting of late or non-deliveries
• All reporting must be done timeously.
• Ensure that rucks leave site on time!
• Ensure that tracking is done on both Company owned and outsourced vehicles (DRM & Roadshow)
• Request official purchase orders in accordance with company policy for all purchases within the department!