Logistics Scheduler - dangerous goods - 6 month contract

SUMMARY:
Our client in explosive manufacturing is seeking to hire a Logistics Scheduler with relevant experience on a 6 month fixed term contract.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements: National Diploma in Supply Chain, Engineering or Logistics OR BCom \/ B Tech in Supply Chain, Engineering or Logistics 5+ years in Logistics Scheduling or Dispatch and Expediting Control experience Experience in different loading \/ offloading methods applicable to transportation environment Experience across explosives product groups SAP TMS experience (Advantageous) MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, SAP (PSD) Responsibilities: Schedule transport across the value chain, covering both stock transport orders and customer deliveries, local and cross-border Compile optimal loading and delivery schedules Source capacity and allocate loads to transporters, both own fleet and 3PLs, to ensure effective use of resources, customer service and cost containment Generate SAP documentation, including shipments and loading instructions Ensure transporters have the necessary documentation for loading, and that correct and valid transport permits are in place Ensure supplier compliance with safety rules, business rules and scheduling parameters Continuously track schedule execution and adherence Conduct dynamic rescheduling and re-planning to accommodate constant changes in market or business requirements Implement corrective controls to achieve schedule demands regardless of changing circumstances Monitor demurrage charges from 3PLs Continuously reduce cost and improve service levels within the constraints of business rules and safety requirements Identify gaps and implement improvements to business and scheduling rules Report on performance by tracking unit and truck outcomes against targets Maintain the implemented unit operations plan by understanding key activities, projects and performance indicators, communicating objectives to relevant stakeholders, and monitoring execution daily Monitor implementation of unit business processes by monitoring compliance, identifying process anomalies and executing corrective action as required Drive effective utilisation and continuous development of unit systems Adhere to company policies and procedures, and keep updated with newly implemented procedures