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Lead and support the operational work stream in the implementation of new business wins and operational change projects.
Work with the Operations teams and Business Development to support the verification of solution design and define operational processes and procedures.
Support in the management of Continuous Improvement initiatives.
Analysis and interpretation of data to design robust, fit for purpose operating solutions focusing on strategic sectors/services.
Manage a team of Solutions coordinators, project controllers and administrators to high performance outcomes for the team.
Ensure the operational work stream deliverables are managed to time, cost and quality
Guide operations through the testing and training of new systems.
Utilise relevant Project Management tools and practices across all projects.
Lead project teams to ensure new operations are successfully integrated.
Management of due diligence process for acquisitions and transfer of new operations.
Develop and promote change management best practice to both internal and external customers.
Qualifications
Relevant degree or equivalent (BTech/BEng Degree Industrial Engineering or Bcom Logistics).
2-5 years' experience in Logistics/Supply Chain Planning and Solution Design with focus on Contract Logistics/Warehousing.
Minimum 5+ years in a management role in professional environment.
Confident in Presentation Skills – Internal and External.
Flair for innovation within the Supply Chain space.
Ability to develop individuals and establish a positive team dynamic.
Experience in improving business processes.
Quick thinking and ability to make decisions quickly with corrective action to ensure problems are overcome.
Experience with creating, analyzing and maintaining budgets.
Excellent communication, written and presentation skills.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills and decision-making skills.
Proven project implementation experience in both operational and administrative roles.
Demonstrate awareness of key drivers to project success and is able to identify and approach potential obstacles in sufficient time to limit or negate their impact.
Ability to support and lead the implementation of new operations.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to perform to tight deadlines.
An effective and confident communicator able to present information in a clear and persuasive manner, both orally and in writing.
Ability to build customer and project teams.
Good working knowledge of Information Systems.
High degree of numeracy and analytical skills.
Financial awareness - understands dynamics of 'open/ closed book' contracts.
Possesses a high level of drive and energy and an overriding commitment to service delivery.
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