Transport Manager at RCL Foods

Job description

“At RCL FOODS we see & do things differently, we think bigger, work smarter and as a team collectively work towards achieving our ambition; more food to more people, more often!”

Purpose of the Role:

To optimize the transport operations across the region thereby facilitating effective deployment of stock in accordance with customer service levels at the lowest cost. To manage and maintain the fleet and transport team in the region thereby ensuring that productivity and performance are maximized.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of a degree or diploma in logistics management
• Valid Code EB drivers' license
• A minimum of 5 years in a transport/fleet management environment
• Strong leadership and people management experience.
• Willingness to go the extra mile (ie, receive work related calls after hours and on weekends) Supply chain principles and methodologies
• Transport and road regulations and bylaws.

Key Accountabilities:

• Strategy Execution
• Work in conjunction with the Regional Operations Manager and National Transport Manager to co-create the national and provincial transport management framework.
• Work closely with the Warehouse Management to ensure the delivery of an integrated supply chain benefit and strategic target achievement.
• Drive the implementation of improvements in transport operations to achieve significant gains in efficiency.
• Ensure the implementation of transport operations and maintenance policies and procedures across the region.
• Fleet Optimization
• Ensure effective forward planning through direct and regular interaction with cross-functional planning and operations teams.
• Build effective relations with key retailers and wholesalers, specifically their receiving managers and controllers to facilitate turnaround.
• Monitor exception and utilization reports on a daily basis and follow up on non-conformances or inefficiencies to ensure fleet optimization.
• Ensure vehicle maintenance programs adhere to company policy and manufacturer specifications.
• Direct investigations to verify and resolve customer complaints.
• Conduct investigations in cooperation with government agencies to determine causes of transportation accidents and to improve safety procedures.
• Analyze regional transport costs and other financial information in order to implement plans, budgets and interventions that increase profits and improve services. Negotiate and authorize contracts with equipment and materials suppliers, and monitor contract fulfillment.
• Participate in daily management meetings to ensure alignment across operations.
• Risk Management
• Ensure the conformance criteria for vehicle performance and maintenance are adhered to.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing vehicle safety, environmental controls on fuel emissions, driver hours, customs requirements, and food, livestock and hazardous goods transportation.
• Investigate and report all Injuries on Duty (IOD’s).
• Cost Management
• Manage and monitor the operating and maintenance costs associated with the fleet and ensure they are in line with accepted benchmarks.
• Team Management Monitor team performance and provide regular performance feedback.
• Coach and support the team where necessary to achieve objective and address poor performance.
• Lead the team towards meeting the strategy and targets through regular communication and utilization of the full.