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Main Purpose of The Role:

• Sell the Road Logistics services and solutions for the company.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Find new business opportunities
• Maintain a healthy pipeline for future deals
• Respond to new and current client base regarding complaints and service enquiries
• Be a brand ambassador that represents the company’s brand and values
• Demonstrates advanced product knowledge (domestic courier and distribution and cross border BLNE)
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures
• Regular travel in and around KZN to meet clients

Minimum Requirements: (non-negotiable when screening)

• Minimum of 2 years’ sales experience in the logistics industry
• Sales achievements and skills attained within the industry
• Valid drivers license and own vehicle.
• Skills of achieving targets and generating new leads
• Strong negotiating and selling skills
• Be well-groomed and presentable.
• Have excellent people skills and intuitive to client’s needs.
• Computer literate in software such as Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Power point
• Experience working on CRM systems
• Experience in developing leads and researching potential clients
• Working well as part of a bigger sales team but also able to deliver and work independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to create presentations and present to new and existing clients and tender experience

Essential Qualifications:

• Matric / Grade 12
• Proven track record of successful Sales (Proof of achievements required)
• Any post-matric qualifications in sales will be an added advantage.

Advantageous Qualifications:

• Great written and Verbal communication skills
• Time management and prioritization skills to meet deadlines and closes sales in a timely manner.
• Willingness to adapt and implement new sales methods and strategies
• Product knowledge
• Quick thinking to provide creative solutions that address customers’ needs and concerns
• Computer packages (please specify whether essential or advantageous)
• Essential - Microsoft Office full suite

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Main Purpose of the Role

• The successful candidate is required to secure new business opportunities that are aligned with the organizations preferred client profile and to achieve all revenue targets as outlined in the Sales Contracts

Job Related Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ sales experience in freight forwarding, Logistics or supply chain environment.
• A good understanding of Air, Ocean and Road transportation, Forwarding and Customs Clearance will be advantageous.
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver’s license

Electives

• Ability to build and maintain a healthy sales pipeline
• Good communication skills, ability to converse with senior management
• Able to conduct presentation when required
• Well groomed & presented
• Able to work individually as well as in team environment.
• Hunter mentality
• Good co-ordination skills.
• Good organististion skills
• Good admin skills
• Ability to build strong relationships with customers and internally with ops and other staff members
• Driven and ambitious
• Solution driven & strong ability to problem solve

Computer Skills

• Proficient in Excell, Powerpoint , Word and Outlook
• Understanding of Microsoft Dynamics CRM system advantageous

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and build a Sustainable Sales Pipeline
• Manage all opportunities, Accounts and Productivity on Dynamics our prescribed CRM system
• Onbaord & Implement new business
• Manage an effective Diary
• Build strategic relationships at multiple levels within their client base
• Focus on Consultative Selling to strengthen our position from a supply chain perspective
• Meet monthly / quarterly targets
• Meet weekly & monthly call targets

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Tertiary Qualification(s)

•  Bachelor’s or master’s degree in an analytical discipline such as Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. (Honors degree preferable)

Additional Computer Skills

• SQL (MS SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL): Ability to write and optimize complex queries for efficient data extraction, transformation, and analysis.
• Power BI & Data Visualization: Advanced Power BI development, including DAX, Power Query, custom visuals, and automated report generation.
• Python (R is a plus): Proficiency in Python for data manipulation (Pandas, NumPy), machine learning (Scikit-learn, TensorFlow), and automation.

Job-related Requirements

Experience:

• +5 years of experience in a data analytics, data science, or business intelligence role within a supply chain
• Experience working with large datasets from multiple sources (ERP, WMS, TMS, FMS) to drive operational insights and efficiencies.
• Hands-on experience in forecasting, optimization, and predictive modelling to support supply chain decision-making.

Soft Skills:

• Effective Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills to present complex data findings in a clear, concise, and actionable manner.
• Attention to Detail & Accuracy: Well-organized with a strong focus onprecision, ensuring high data quality and reliability.
• Results-Driven Mindset: Demonstrates dependability, persistence, productivity, and resourcefulness to achieve business goals.
• Innovative & Forward-Thinking: Passion for innovation, embracing change, questioning the status quo, and seeking new approaches to problem-solving.
• Time Management & Prioritization: Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently, meeting deadlines while maintaining data integrity.
• Analytical & Logical Thinking: Strong problem-solving abilities, with a structured and logical approach to identifying trends, inefficiencies, and business opportunities.

Technical Skills:

• Business Requirements Analysis: Ability to interpret business needs and translate them into data-driven solutions and specifications.
• Data Engineering & ETL: Understanding of data pipelines, ETL processes, and integration of multiple data sources.
• Warehouse & Transport Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Transportation Management Systems (TMS), and Freight Management Systems (FMS) to extract and analyse operational data

ADDED ADVANTAGES FOR THIS ROL

• +5 years of experience in a data analytics, data science, or business intelligence role within a Retail
• Strong foundational knowledge of Supply Chain Management— certification (e.g., APICS CSCP, CPIM, SCOR-P) or proven industry experience is highly advantageous.
• Big Data & Cloud Platforms (Advantageous): Experience with Azure Synapse, AWS Redshift, Google BigQuery, or Snowflake

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

• The Senior Data Scientist / Analyst will report into the Senior Manager, Planning & Transport Operations based in Johannesburg.
• This role be part of the Solutions FMS Team who are responsible for inventory optimization, warehouse and transport planning, execution and transport management for the South African Solutions Business and Clients.
• The core purpose of the role is to establish engagement opportunities with customers and operations, interpret large volumes of data from various sources and translating the intelligence into meaningful information which when applied will improve service to Clients, and increase operational productivity.
• The ability, meaning market related know how and experience on accessing, and querying large data sets on various industry standard systems, building models to process and interpret the data, analysis, discovery of useful information, detection of patterns patterns, anomalies, trends and behaviors, forecast future demand, incorporate client business intelligence, identify

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Data Analysis & Insights: Analyze, interpret, and model structured and unstructured data from multiple supply chain systems (e.g., WMS, TMS, ERP) to uncover trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost savings and process optimization.
• Predictive & Prescriptive Analytics: Develop and implement machine learning models and statistical techniques to forecast client demand, optimize inventory levels, and enhance operational planning for inbound and outbound logistics.
• Advanced Data Visualization & Reporting: Design and maintain interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI and other analytics tools, ensuring real-time visibility into key performance metrics across supply chain operations.
• Operational Efficiency & Process Improvement: Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in transportation, warehousing, and inventory management by leveraging data-driven insights, and propose data-backed solutions to improve overall performance.
• Data Governance & Quality Management: Validate, clean, and stand

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Main Purpose of the Role:

• The successful candidate is required to secure new business opportunities that are aligned with the organizations preferred client profile and to achieve all revenue targets as outlined in the Sales Contracts

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage and build a Sustainable Sales Pipeline
• Manage all opportunities, Accounts and Productivity on Dynamics our prescribed CRM system
• Manage an effective Diary
• Build strategic relationships at multiple levels within their client base
• Focus on Consultative Selling to strengthen our position from a supply chain perspective
• Focus on Cross silo opportunities

Tertiary Qualification:

• National Diploma / B. Degree/ B. Tech preferable.

Additional Computer Skills:

• Proficient in Excell, PowerPoint, word and Outlook
• Understanding of Microsoft Dynamics CRM system advantageous

Other Minimum Requirement:

• Own reliable vehicle
• Valid endorsed driver’s license
• Ability to work overtime when required
• Ability to travel

Job-Related Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a logistics, supply chain environment, with a good understanding of warehousing and Road advantageous
• Lions Phase 1 is a prerequisite for any internal applicants

Electives:

• Sales training courses
• Road Freight/ Over border Experience

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Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12
• Tertiary qualification – advantages
• 3-5 years’ experience in Warehouse management and Inventory management
• Advance knowledge of WMS - Cargowrite
• Advanced Microsoft office skills

Job Related Requirements

The following is COMPULSORY:

• Operations: Extensive knowledge and hands on skill related to Inbound, Stock Management, Outbound / Order Fulfilment, Return processes, effective, Packaging, excellent facility housekeeping (5S) and batch and expiry control.
• Stock Management includes: Audits (perpetual and wall to wall), SKU Master maintenance, SKU Consolidation, Slotting (based on ABC analysis, volumetric and product categorization), Space Utilization & Density, Measurement, Pick-face Replenishment Strategies, Batch and Serial Number, Management, Expiry management (First Expiry First Out), and daily warehouse system to Client system variance measurement, investigation and alignment.
• Problem Solving: Effective Root Cause Analysis, Problem Solving and implementation of Corrective and Preventative Measures.
• Management: Must be able to do all managerial functions (Planning, Organizing, Leading, Controlling, Monitoring) independently, effectively and reliably.
• Communication: Must communicate effectively (written and verbal) to manage and meet both internal and external customer expectations, Compliance: Must ensure full site compliance, including the following: DSV Policies, Regulations, Work Instructions, Maintenance Schedule and Local Authority requirements.
• Stress and Conflict Management: Must have effective techniques and/or skills to manage conflict, cope with stress and work effectively under constant pressure.
• SHERQ: Internal measurement and auditing of all site processes to ensure stability and improvement in areas of Health and Saftey, enviroment and facility compliance/risk mitigation. Basic knowledge and experience of QMS such as ISO 9001, 14001 and 18001.
• Commercial: Must have effective commercial acumen and experience to manage Client and Supplier Contracts, SLA’s and Risk, Financial: Must have effective financial acumen to ensure tight cost control to meet or exceed budget.
• HR and IR: Must be able to effectively lead, train, performance measure and performance manage all subordinates to ensure high morale, productivity and retention. This includes intermediate knowledge of Industrial Relations and Processes.

Added Advantages for the role

• Advanced planning abilities
• Sound decision maker
• Assertive and sound negotiator
• Presentation skills
• High work rate and attend to detail
• Well-developed communication skills
• Must demonstrate initiative
• Required to be self-motivated, committed, and able to work under pressure
• Must be conscientious about meeting deadlines
• Well organized
• Team Player
• Ability to work independently

Main purpose of the role

• Maintain operational performance in line with client agreed SLA
• Maintain Internal KPI’s.
• Identify, drive and implement improvements in support of productivity & cost savings.
• To effectively manage the operation in terms of operational performance, people management, quality management, health & safety compliance and financial performance

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain discipline and measure staff performance.
• Maintain equipment and facility
• Ensuring client’s needs and expectations are consistently met within scope of service agreement; using initiative in developing customized solutions and continuous improvement processes
• Actively managing daily operational performance to consistently achieve performance metric targets
• Ensure employee development plans are in place and achieved as per plan.
• Ensure the adherence to health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Assisted client with customized solutions & improvement within existing and additional scope.
• Plan and implement cycle counts, ABC analysis counting and various other processes in line with the KPI and contractual obligations.
• Control, action, investigate and complete CAPA document’s if need be, this includes but is not limited to nil picks, error percentages, KPI requirements, etc.
• Create and maintain various reports in line with KPI and contractual obligations.
• Adherence to HSE compliance and responsibilities
• Adherence to tasks not stipulated in job profile i.e. audit compliance, adhoc duties due to operational requirements.
• Communicate with clients with regards to supply at all times
• Supplier relationship building
• Daily, weekly & monthly inbound and outbound meetings with client
• Control the risks associated with VAS activities.
• Monitor and correct the inadequate or inappropriate inventory, to meet the demands of sales e.g. stock shortage.
• Ensure Material Master and bin master is maintained, updated and actioned as required.
• Control, quarantined and damaged stock, this includes inspections, scrapping processes, etc.
• Ensure inventory processes are followed in operations and admin
• Manage facility maintenance and cleaning

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Main Purpose of The Role:

• Communication with clients, airlines, and all relevant departments.
• Airline reservations and bookings
• Completion of all export / import documents as prescribed by relevant local and international authorities.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 5 experience years as export controller in Perishable Airfreight exports and / or imports.
• Excellent understanding of industry and related job requirements for Freight Forwarding.
• Geographical knowledge and familiar with airline routes and capabilities.
• Strong persuasive and organizational skills.
• Ability to liase effectively with clients and airlines, both telephonically and via e-mail.
• Detail orientated and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to lead.

Duties and responsibilities

• Processing / issuing of all export documentation: AWB, SAD, Phytosanitary certificate, PPECB, COO’s, etc.
• Airline bookings as per rate agreements
• Liaising with clients via e-mail, and telephonically
• Maintaining of bookings lists
• Daily tracking of shipments
• Updating clients on status of shipments
• Daily shipment / warehouse planning
• Liaising with warehouse regarding deliveries / collections
• SARS acquittals

Skills/Competencies

• Strong communication and relationship building skills, both verbally and written.
• Ownership and self-motivation, to ensure any challenge is addressed immediately and resolved as soon possible.
• Having all round understanding of the airfreight function to ensure solutions can be provided in a timely manner.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Positive outlook and team player
• Results, quality and detail driven.
• Self-confident and resilient.

Qualifications

• Matric – Essential
• Computer packages
• Excellent knowledge on Excel/ Word/ Windows/ Office/ Outlook
• Competent knowledge on CargoWise1 / ShipShape

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SUMMARY

• The successful candidate will be responsible for the training, implementation, support, monitoring, control and sustaining of all Quality, Safety, Health and Environmental (QSHE) Management System requirements as well as Transport Management System requirements & processes aligned to the approved quality management system and all relevant legal and commercial requirements.
• This includes maintenance of all QSHE protocols and site licenses / accreditations via frequent documented audits.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure compliance to QSHE & RTMS policy, standard operating procedure as well as statutory guidance documents;
• Write, review, train, implement, sustain & audit procedures / processes / workflows or other, as and when required to ensure compliance with adopted QSHE Management System, Road Transport Management System and Healthcare QMS;
• Active participation in audits whether internal, client, statutory or other;
• Active participation in non-conformance closure through appropriate implementation of corrective action to ensure robustness of adopted QSHE / RTMS;
• Active participation in continual improvement;
• Proactive engagement within operational undertakings to ensure prompt escalation to relevant manager in the event of system failure and / or operational weaknesses or necessary enhancements;
• Support the Management team through the communication of current issues and continuous improvement opportunities identified at Branch level. Tasks include:
• Report writing in respect of KPI’s;

Daily / Weekly / Monthly productivity and efficiency reports;

• Submission of weekly housekeeping reports to general manager
• Daily / Weekly / Monthly inspections aimed at QSHE; and
• Active participation in security matters to mitigate stock loss, theft or misappropriation including associated report writing in respect of noted incidents;
• Active participation in supervisory tasks, including but not limited to:
• Departmental resource management;
• Implementation and management of Occupational Health & Safety standards; and
• Management meeting attendance.
• Facility and Equipment: Ensure that entire facility and all equipment is continuously maintained to required health and safety standards. This includes updated Facility Maintenance Register and MHE Register;
• Contractor Management: Ensure all contactors are on DSV preferred provider list, meet all SHE requirements (compliant licenses, accreditations, processes, staff, training, and equipment), have suitable safety file and are audited daily whilst on site to ensure HSE standards are always met.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12
• Quality, Health and Safety, or Environmental related qualiification + min 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Involvement in the implementation and auditing of Management Systems for ISO 9001:2015 / 14001:2015 / 45001:2018 / Healthcare QMS
• RTMS (Road Transport Management System).
• Supplier Management – experience in auditing of suppliers and service providers.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Proficient in Excel for data management and reporting

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in industry with experience in all job-related requirements listed below
• Ensure OHSAS Legal Compliance through Legal Compliance auditing
• Ensure national compliance to DSV Policies, Health and Safety Regulations, Processes, Work Instructions, Maintenance Schedules, Audits (internal and external), licenses, accreditations, and Local Authority requirements
• QSHE Management, including ISO 9001:2015/14001:2015/45001:2018
• Appointment and maintenance of all roles within QSHE framework
• Training: Ensure all parties are trained effectively by accredited parties and licenses are renewed in time to prevent lapse
• Problem Solving: Effective Root Cause Analysis, Trend Analysis, Problem Solving and implementation of Corrective and Preventative Measures
• Incident Reporting: On-time, professional, accurate and thorough incident reporting training, support & incident trend analysis.
• Auditing: Preparation, execution and reporting
• Stress and Conflict: Effective techniques and/or skills to manage conflict, cope with stress and work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Supervision: All supervisory functions required within job description (Planning, Organizing, Leading, Controlling, Monitoring) carried out independently, effectively, and reliably
• Communication: Communicate effectively (written and verbal) to manage and meet both internal and external customer expectations
• Commercial: Ensure operations always compliant within framework of client contracts and SLA’s, supplier agreements and local authority legal requirements
• Waste Management aligned with Environmental Targets: Measure and drive continual improvement relative to ‘Reduce, Re-use and Recycle’ policy, and ensure any recycling is compliant
• Contractor Management: Ensure all contactors are on DSV preferred provider list, meet all SHE requirements (compliant licenses, accreditations, processes, staff, training, and equipment), have suitable safety files and are audited daily whilst on site to ensure SHE standards are always met.
• Ability to demonstrate a proactive approach and continuously develop & improve quality, and other related obligations; and
• An understanding of quality assurance and audit processes in relation to quality management systems and transport management systems.
• Logistics and Supply Chain and Logistics related qualification.
• Relevant experience in industry with in-depth experience in all job-related requirements listed below;