Distribution Service Manager

Recruiter:

Recruitment Solutions

Job Ref:

DCM091

Date posted:

Monday, June 23, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

R960 000.00 plus medical, pension, car allowance, petrol allowance and bonus

SUMMARY:
Opportunity for an experienced Delivery Service Manager with specific experience related to deliveries to secondary distribution routes and customers.

POSITION INFO:

The purpose of this position is to optimize deliveries to customers. This position is based in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town and offers a great package with benefits. This is an on-site position at the Distribution Centre, Monday to Friday.

Requirements:

Matric with Degree or relevant qualification
Excellent Business English - fluent
Ability to travel
Experience in working with senior management
Advanced computer literacy

Skills and Responsibilities:

5 years'''''''' experience in a management position at a Distribution Centre, with specific experience related to deliveries to secondary distribution routes and customers
Experience in managing a fixed cost budget, route planning and customer queries
Manage Subordinates - performance management of team members, Leave management, Training and development, Conduct departmental meetings
Ensure effective deliveries and cost control - Ensure route optimization, Ensure deliveries are executed according to standard operating procedures, Manage and control departmental fixed cost and report variances, Compile personnel and fixed cost budgets, Develop alternative cost effective models to lower c/l cost
Manage Customer Relations - Conduct customer surveys and implement industry best practise, Attend to customer queries and complaints, Manage customer relations with internal and external customers, Assist in internal and external audits
Manage Safety - Manage department in terms of OSH Act in security in terms of company policy and procedures

If you are proactive and action-orientated, maintain a high standard and can achieve results, then this opportunity might just be for you. Your strong business acumen will add to this exciting opportunity with a well-established company. If you are serious about your career, then forward your CV by applying directly to this ad. Please note that ONLY suitable candidates will be contacted directly to discuss your CV and skillset. Thank You

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