Operations Manager

Recruiter:

Persona Staff

Job Ref:

CPT003375/IP

Date posted:

Sunday, November 6, 2022

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

JOB SUMMARY:
Our client, a South African leader in freight logistics is looking to employ a suitably qualified and experienced Operations Manager to join their team.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Required Experience:

Working knowledge of the shipping / logistics industry
Exposure to the perishable industry
Leadership ability to manage and lead a team
Grade 12
Degree / Diploma preferable

Deliverables:

Ensure Standard Navision reports are effectively utilised by the team
Ensure that the staff discuss client's bookings daily
Ensure Navision is used correctly as per procedures
Support staff to solve problems and identify solutions with the least amount of impact financially and operationally for Client/ Company
Attend industry/ service provider meetings to align and identify changes in operational procedures/ systems for the Company
Improve current procedures, develop, and implement new procedures
Update relevant NAV master files
Identify inefficiencies and bugs in Janus and recommend corrective action
Co-ordinate planning activities with transport manager
Co-ordinate forecast and shipping line targets with Sales and Commercial
Co-ordinate load out planning of multiuser cold store
Support Logistics Co-ordinator in client implementation meetings to gather client requirements and implement Company operational procedures with the client (SOP)
Plan and budget staff according to seasonal requirements
Plan and manage staff leave in accordance with operational and statutory requirements
Manage recruitment and retention of the best candidates
Develop staff ensuring continuous learning of the Team to improve overall staff competencies
Effectively communicate and ensure compliance with company goals, values, strategy, and policies
Maintain a credible leadership profile in line with the organisational culture both internally and externally
Ensure all staff performance are managed in accordance with the Company performance appraisal system
Ensure staff have the tools (hardware) and support to be effective and productive
Ensure the team is functioning as a productive positive unit, working together well with other departments, while maintaining high work standards
Support staff to resolve issues and overcome challenges

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