Dispatch Manager - Johannesburg South, South Africa - Roley Recruitment

Roley Recruitment

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Johannesburg South, South Africa

2 weeks ago

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Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Dispatch Manager

Requirements:

National Senior Certificate
Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management or Logistics advantageous
10 years' experience in a dispatch capacity within a shelving, and shopfitting environment
Computer literacy
Ability to work overtime

Responsibilities:

Manage daily functioning of Dispatch Department and ensures efficient operations through planning and coordinating of daily work requirements
Implement and maintain systems and procedures to ensure the efficient and effective management of Department
Continuously reviews and optimises dispatch operations
Negotiates SLA's with third party transporters
Monitors and reports on transportation costs
Implements and drives cost saving initiatives
Oversees picking, packing of products and loading of vehicles
Ensures vehicles are loaded in the prescribed manner to minimise the risk of damage in transit
Calculates and controls load weight with transporters to ensure loads comply with weighbridge requirements
Develops driver schedules to ensure efficient utilisation of the fleet
Ensures all driver runs are operating effectively and meeting customer demands
Monitors and tracks drivers to ensure adherence to schedules and proper driving practices
Follow up with drivers to ensure all deliveries have been closed out timeously
Escalates non conformances on vehicles to the fleet mechanic
Ensures drivers maintain clean, safe and roadworthy vehicles at all times
Plans and schedules timeous vehicle maintenance in order to minimise downtime and maintain schedules
Maintains detailed records of vehicle inspections and services
Ensures validity of vehicle licences and drivers' licences/permits
Achieves optimum utilisation of the Department through the efficient management, coaching, training and mentoring of staff
Monitors, manages and measures the performance and activities of the Dispatch team
Manages in compliance with the company policies, procedures and OHS Act
HR management of Dispatch department
Provides prompt and effective response to all internal enquiries and requests