Assistant Operations Manager at Boardroom Appointments

Reference: JHB003621-LB-1

Our client based in Johannesburg is looking for an Assistant Operations Manager

Education and Minimum Requirements

• Valid driver’s License Valid passport Flexible hours – even over weekends
• Minimum 10-15-year experience in transport operations industry Fleet control / tracking systems would be an advantage
• Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management an advantage Skills Microsoft excel – advanced – not negotiable
• Communication skills: Fluent in English (Shona would also be an advantage) High level of accuracy: Transport as well as reporting system Be able to perform under pressure Leadership and interpersonal skills Leadership and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the operational procedures Johannesburg Improving on turnaround times of vehicles loading / offloading Johannesburg Planning and executing of project cargo, and abnormal loads
• Assisting with accident scenes Ensure that all contractual requirements are met on a daily basis by loading and offloading of loads as per customer requirements
• Creating and following up on rate system contract to be signed off by clients.
• Collecting POD from off driver’s, check all necessary paperwork is in place.
• Sign off driver’s trip sheets Reporting on a weekly and monthly basis to Executive Management team
• Analysing of various performance reports to ensure we stay within the set parameters Implementing and refining of operational systems to achieve the group’s objective Implement various reporting to monitor border clearance targets
• Ensuring company’s SOPs are enforced at all times Import and Export documentation SARS VAT requirements
• Overseeing and ensuring that the export documents are in order and starting of the pre clearing process
• Liaising with clearing agents and Musina/Beitbridge border team Working knowledge of the SARS Customs requirements Managing of loading points and offloading points – vehicle progress
• Manage petty cash Manage and negotiate with suppliers where needed Manage customers: Daily communication regarding status of deliveries and future loads, grievances and queries Controlling cost at weigh bridges and truck stops and negotiating rates to ensure the company gets the best rates
• Monitoring and communication on various WhatsApp groups regarding performance / incidents where RSA loads might be involved in Reducing cost by negotiating with suppliers