Transport & Logistic Manager

Job Summary

Paveway Africa Limited, on behalf of a client, is seeking a talented transport and logistics manager responsible for managing the execution, direction, and coordination of all transportation matters within the organization. This includes managing budgets, organizing schedules and routes, ensuring that vehicles are safe and meet legal requirements, and making sure that drivers are aware of their duties.

Transport & Logistic Manager Responsibilities

● Planning routes and load scheduling for multi-drop deliveries.
● Booking in deliveries and liaising with customers.
● Allocating and recording resources and movements on the transport planning system.
● Ensuring all partners in the supply chain are working effectively and efficiently to ensure smooth operations.
● Communicating effectively with clients and responding to their requirements.
● Booking subcontractors and ensuring they deliver within agreed terms. Directing all transportation activities.
● Developing transportation relationships.
● Monitoring transport costs.
● Negotiating and bargaining transportation prices.
● Dealing with the effects of congestion.
● Confronting climate change issues by implementing transport strategies and monitoring an organization’s carbon footprint
● Planning and presenting weekly performance
● Ensuring Targets are met and challenges are addressed well

Transport & Logistic Manager Requirements

● Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field`
● Experience at least 5 years at senior level.
● Tact, diplomacy and calmness, especially when dealing with tired drivers and disgruntled customers.
● An analytic mind and good numeracy skills.
● Good people management and coordination skills.
● Excellent financial acumen.
● Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
● Extensive knowledge of the transportation industry.