Latest Vacancies at Unitrans

Job Advert Summary    

• An opportunity has arisen for an experienced General Worker to be based at the Isanti Warehouse in Germiston Roodekop. Please refer to the minimum requirements, duties and responsibilities below for further information.

Minimum Requirements    

•  Medically fit 
•  Reliable 
•  Work in a safe manner i.e. Ensure all safety requirements are adhered too 
•  Prepared to work shifts, weekends and public holidays 
•  Clean criminal record 
•  Must have own reliable transport to and from work 
•  Ability to handle heavy equipment and machinery 
•  Ability to walk, bend, push, pull and lift repetitively during working hours 
•  Knowledge of proper storage and disposal methods 
•  Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as a team 
•  Excellent organizational skills a must 
•  Self-motivation and the ability to identify and complete needed tasks without direct supervision 
•  Able to carry out all reasonable instructions from Supervisor 
•  Grade 12 / Matric / NQF level 4

Duties & Responsibilities    

•  Notify building management of any repairs required. 
•  Cleaning of premises  Maintaining environment. 
•  General housekeeping tasks.

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Job Advert Summary    

Unitrans has an exciting position as Head: Strategic Business Development. The purpose of the role is to identify and lead strategic business development opportunities delivering sustainable, profitable revenue growth for Unitrans as a leading Supply Chain Solutions provider in South African and broader African territories.

The scope includes market analysis, the development and execution of broad and specific sales strategies, leadership of B2B sales engagements, participation in supply/value chain solution designs and costings, commercial negotiations; all with a core emphasis on driving long-term, profitable revenue growth.

Minimum Requirements    

• Minimum qualification: Bachelors Degree/NQF level 7.
• Experience in a similar senior leadership role: >10 years.
• Demonstrable track record in supply and/or value chain solution sales.
• Availability to travel extensively, often at short notice.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Leading and managing cross-functional and direct teams in a matrix manner to execute business development strategies effectively.
• Conducting thorough market research to identify potential opportunities for business growth and expansion in multiple
• markets.
• Establishing, building and maintaining strategic partnerships with potential customers for supply chain, logistics and
• value chain solutions.
• Identifying new markets, industries, or product/service lines that align with the company's goals and capabilities.
• Negotiating deals, contracts, and agreements with potential partners, suppliers, or clients to maximize value and
• mitigate risks.
• Developing and implementing strategic plans and initiatives to drive business growth and achieve long-term
• objectives.
• Cultivating and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, investors, and industry leaders.
• Creating and implementing sales strategies to drive revenue growth and expand market share.
• Generating leads through networks, business relationships with key and potential clients.
• Assessing potential risks and opportunities associated with new ventures or partnerships and developing strategies to
• mitigate risks.
• Conducting financial analysis and feasibility studies to evaluate the potential return on investment (ROI) of new
• business opportunities.
• Monitoring and analysing the performance of business development initiatives and making the necessary
• adjustments to achieve targets and objectives.

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Job Advert Summary    

• An opportunity has arisen for a Technical Project Manager responsible for Fuel Management at Unitrans Group, you will lead the strategic and operational aspects of fuel management. This role involves leading the development and implementation of fuel strategies to improve sustainability, reduce costs, and leverage technological advancements. Success in this role demands excellent project management skills, a comprehensive understanding of operational systems, and the ability to lead and collaborate with diverse teams.

Minimum Requirements    

• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in project management and system implementation
• In-depth knowledge of operational systems and fuel management practices.
• Excellent project management skills, with experience managing complex, cross-functional projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Leadership: Drive the strategic planning and execution of fuel management initiatives, ensuring alignment with the organisation's sustainability and cost optimisation goals.
• Project Management: Oversee and manage all fuel-related projects from inception to completion, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure, ensuring they meet quality, time, and budgetary targets.
• Team Development: Lead and mentor the Fuel Management team, promoting a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Operational Oversight: Manage depot and on-road fuel management systems, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring efficient operation.
• System Implementation: Lead the deployment of fuel management systems, facilitating user training to ensure effective adoption and utilisation.
• Financial Management: Oversee financial aspects including budgeting, billing, reconciliations, and supplier negotiations to ensure cost-effectiveness and accuracy.
• Performance Analysis: Develop and implement KPIs, dashboards, and reporting tools for comprehensive performance tracking and informed decision-making.
• Technology Integration: Leverage IoT, telematics, and analytics to enhance fuel management efficiency and innovation.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all fuel management activities comply with relevant policies, standards, and regulations, and lead the development and revision of SOPs.

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Job Advert Summary    

• Unitrans, a leading name in transport and logistics, is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Divisional Head: Business Development to spearhead our expansion in the petrochemical sphere. Operating across multiple African countries, namely; South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, and Eswatini, where we specialise in meeting the petrochemical (Fuel and Gas) bulk transport needs of our clients with precision and excellence. Apply now to drive our growth story and shape the future of bulk transport solutions in Africa!

Minimum Requirements    

• Minimum qualification: 4 year Degree / NQF level 7
• Experience in a similar role: Up to 8 years’ experience
• Experience: Proven track record in business development, sales, and marketing, with a focus on the petrochemical industry and bulk transport.
• African Market Expertise: Extensive experience working in multiple African countries with a deep understanding of local dynamics and regulations.
• Strategic Thinker: Ability to develop and execute growth strategies, utilising data-driven insights and market trends.
• Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation skills with the ability to drive favourable outcomes in contract discussions.
• Relationship Management: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a knack for building and maintaining long-term client relationships.
• Innovative Mindset: Proactive approach to identifying opportunities and solving challenges, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Strategic Growth: Drive substantial sales and market growth within the petrochemical sector, focusing on specialised bulk transport solutions.
• Key Account Management: Cultivate and maintain relationships with key clients, ensuring their needs are understood and met with tailored solutions.
• Contract Negotiation: Lead negotiations for contracts, ensuring favourable terms while maintaining profitability.
• Market Penetration: Develop and execute strategic plans to penetrate new markets and expand our footprint in existing ones.
• Customer Engagement: Strategically engage with customers to understand their evolving needs and offer innovative solutions that add value.
• Collaborative Leadership: Work closely with internal teams to ensure seamless execution of client solutions and alignment with company objectives.

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Job Advert Summary    

• An opportunity has arisen in the Consumer Division for a Business Development Manager, responsible for searching and exploring both the local and international markets for new products and trademarks to expand and strengthen the company's position in the market. Searches for joint ventures and co-marketing opportunities. Negotiates with relevant authorities and organisations to ensure the company's products and services are recommended. Investigates existing marketing and business practices and recommends opportunities for improvement within the company. May also be responsible for the identification and initiation of development projects. Assists in achieving the development needs through investigations, viability studies and liaison with local authorities. Please refer to the minimum requirements, duties and responsibilities below for further information.

Minimum Requirements    
Minimum qualification/Requirements

• 4 Year Degree
• Candidate must be willing to travel
• Valid passport
• Own reliable motor vehicle

Experience in a similar role

• 8 years PLUS is a MUST in Business Development 
• 5-10 years experience in Warehousing
• General and Hezchem experience

Duties & Responsibilities 

•  Ensure that the business delivers on the set strategy
•  Formulate the business growth strategy  Provide strategic direction and input into the next 3-5 years 
•  Provide strategic direction in relation to the attainment of growth within existing and new markets and or customers and ensure that the business delivers on this strategy 
•  Provide strategic direction in relation to markets, customers, competitors, regions, countries that we should be in 
•  Monitor and evaluate progress on all projects 
•  Provide direction to teams and clients to achieve results 
•  Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with the required design 
•  Deliver at least 1 project a year to the Logistics Achiever Awards event 
•  Develop new and existing client relationships and ensure either new business or sell on work  Provide support in and/or lead contract renewals 
•  Provide innovative supply chain solutions to clients that result in annuity-based revenue for Unitrans 
•  Monitor and evaluate sales pipeline and ensure all timelines are met in securing the deal. 
•  Identify and develop new client relationships or potential acquisitions 
•  Ensure a healthy sales pipeline taking sales cycles into account and the future growth required by Unitrans divisions 
•  The development of strategic customer relationships and ensuring alignment with our customer's objectives 
•  Constant competitor and market monitoring in terms of shifts at our customers, competitors and the supply chain industry both locally and abroad 
•  Deliver solutions in all aspects of supply chain management from developing a design, implementing the design and also managing the design 
•  Identify, chase down and monitor the clients that we want 
•  Report on all sales and marketing activities to EXCO 
•  Manage and oversee resources to all work within CSD and monitor progress 
•  Ensure that utilizations of staff are in line with budget and that maximum utilization is achieved 
•  Ensure work allocated is aligned to aspirations of staff, availability and capability 
•  Balance productivity with billing, revenue and EBIT and ensure that utilization of staff results in meeting budgetary financial targets 
•  Ensure that work delivered by CSD is of the highest quality 
•  Prioritization of activities and projects when required  Deliver the CSD budget in terms of cost and value 
•  Monitor and control all aspects of CSD financials against plan and budget in relation to cost control and sales targets 
•  Design and implement or tweak new business processes during the year and ensure strict adherence to these. 
•  Finalise all aspects of monthly financials including customer and intercompany billing and reporting in line with Unitrans group policy 
•  Input and finalization of the business plan and annual budgets with MD 
•  Monitor and control all expenditure within the CSD division 
•  Cash flow and working capital management 
•  Preparation of the monthly management report packs and sales and marketing reports 
•  Provisions and accrual management and control 
•  Ensure a robust staff attraction, retention and reward strategy 
•  Build and continue building a team culture that ensures absolute alignment to the greater goals of the business 
•  Ensure constructive performance management processes that is aimed at growing people 
•  Ensure that adequate training and development of staff is driven 
•  Drive the Unitrans brand into the market and maintain presence 
•  Ensure that corporate brand identity is protected. 
•  Effective PR and communications into the market 
•  Drive all internal and external marketing campaigns

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Job Advert Summary    

• Unitrans is looking to employ an experienced Warehousing Manager. The role presents an exciting opportunity to lead our Warehouse in Durban at BP Hub. This roles  will focus on warehousing experience and it is important that the successful incumbent has warehousing experience as a Manager.

Minimum Requirements    

• Qualification: 4 year Degree / NQF level 7, Diploma warehousing/Logistics 
• Experience in a similar role: 5 years PLUS

Duties & Responsibilities 

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced
  environment.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop a diverse team of warehouse
  professionals.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to analyse data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to optimize
  operations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
  and external stakeholders.
• Experience working in an international or multi-national warehouse environment is highly desirable.

Standardization of Warehouses:

• Develop and implement standardized warehouse processes, including Bin location management, receiving,
  storage, picking, packing, and distribution.
• Establish and enforce uniform operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and efficiency across all
  warehouse.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to maintain compliance with organizational standards and industry regulations.
• Bin location standardization and rationalization in line with SKU management from category and procurement teams.

Stock Management Processes:

• Oversee all aspects of stock management, from receipt of goods to issuance and repurposing. 
• Implement robust inventory control measures to minimize stock variances and ensure accurate stock levels across all
  warehouses.
• Lead initiatives for stock repurposing, optimizing inventory utilization, and minimizing excess or obsolete stock.

Management of Stock Controllers:

• Recruit, train, and supervise a team of stock controllers responsible for day-to-day operations in the warehouse
• Provide leadership and direction to stock controllers, setting clear performance objectives and KPIs.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide coaching and development opportunities to enhance team
  capabilities.

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Job Advert Summary    
An opportunity has arisen for a high calibre Contract Manager to Manage financial and administration requirements as well as tyre tracking and costs within a Warehouse enviroment. Please review the minimum requirements, duties and responsibilities below for further information about the position.

Minimum Requirements     

• Degree or Diploma in Road Transport/Logistics/Warehousing/ Degree in Management with financial electives
•  5-7 years experience in a Logistics and Supply Chain management environment and Warehousing Distribution
•  5 Years PLUS for the most complex task (strategic planning focuses on the next year's activities
•  Knowledge of Logistics and Supply Chain Management and Warehousing Management
•  Experience in ad-hoc / open market logistics/Warehousing
•  Knowledge of fuel management
•  Knowledge of equipment maintenance management
•  General knowledge of the operations and configurations of mechanical vehicles
•  Knowledge of general expense management / budgeting
•  Management and commuication skills
•  Sound knowledge of policies and procedures in supply chain and logistics management
•  Human resources management skills
•  Knowledge of Company Disciplinary and Grievance procedures
•  Knowledge of recruitment and disciplinary procedures
•  Relevant written and verbal contracts / service level agreements
•  National Bargaining Council Agreements (Road Freight)

Duties & Responsibilities

Effective management of operational processes and contracts/service

• Develop and maintain procedures which relate to day to day operational requirements.
• Working on the Warehouse Management System
• Inventory Management
• Ensure proper routing of deliveries and scheduling of vehicles to achieve delivery targets as per customer requirements.
• Vehicle downtime is monitored, controlled and kept to a minimum
• Vehicle, driver and cargo security
• Optimal usage of fuel
• No unnecessary route deviation
• Ensure adherence to procedures pertaining to
• Loading and offloading procedures (as per client requirements)
• Safety and security standards
• Optimal allocations of vehicles and staff
• Timeous vehicle inspection
• Identify, implement and maintain site/ depot specific requirements as per legislation, policy and customer requirements
• Tyre management system

Effective customer relationship management

• Undertake effective client relationship management
• Including client entertainment when necessary
• Audit the quality of service provided through personal interaction with the customer on an ongoing basis and timeous corrective action is taken when required
• Monitoring and measuring

Management of financial and administration requirements

• Monitor and Manage costs
• Undertake accurate and timeous forecasting
• Screen all suppliers by comparing costs, quality products and BEE
• Authorize and submit cash book payments so that the costs are correctly allocated
• Report weekly on projects contract revenue, kilometers and profits
• Monitor and reconcile
• Daily kilometers travelled
• Monitoring fuel
• Report on performance of the contact on a monthly basis
• Manage and control all assets that are acquired and disposed of according to the relevant procedure and ensure accurate recording

Management of safety, health, environment and quality

• Manage housekeeping, safety and quality by ensuring that all housekeeping audits are conducted regularly and that corrective action is taken if required. This includes
• Condition of the vehicle
• Appearance of drivers
• Appearance of offices
• Manage accidence and insurance
• Ensure accident report keeping system is maintained
• Safety and security orientation
• Implement and manage an effective SHEQ system addressing all safety risks

Effective management of human resources

• Effective Performance management
• Develop performance standards
• Measure performance accordingly for each position
• Conduct Performance Reviews and evaluate performance on a regular basis
• Coach and provide feedback on possible areas that can be developed or rectified
• Correct performance when required and discuss problem areas and discuss possible actions that can be undertaken
• Ensure effective record keeping by maintaining personal files for all subordinates
• Develop a Workplace Skills Plan by assessing the development and training required by subordinates
• Undertake purposeful recruitment as per operational requirements in line with Recruitment Procedures
• Ensure that planned progress is made in terms of the Employment Equity Plan
• Monitor employees remuneration and benefits and compare the monthly staff costs with budgeted allocations
• Grievance
• Human resources report monthly