Job description

Description         

To develop, implement and maintain sourcing strategies for Inbound and Outbound Logistics Providers to reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Identify and assess level of issue based risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Manage SHEQ compliance within the Department/Section through effective use of the Toolbox
• Utilise the Information Management System (IMS) to analyse, identify trends, initiate, mitigate, investigate and report SHEQ status
• Ensure group compliance with Railway Safety Regulator licensing and other requirements
• Establishment, renewal and negotiation of Property Lease agreements – logistics related assets
• Conduct service provider reconciliations, capturing and confirm with finance department for payment.

Policies and Procedures:

• Develop the customer service policy
• Implement/Review Contract Management Policies and Procedures
• Manage adherence to procurement procedures

PEOPLE

Manage the Section:

• Ensure an enabling climate/culture
• Manage labour stability by minimising labour turnover
• Manage performance against set targets and competencies
• Ensure IDP’s are linked to performance results and implemented as per plan
• Conduct career discussions and implement actions with all identified talent (quarterly)
• Ensure discipline is maintained (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)
• Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels
• Appoint new people against Job Profiles

CUSTOMERS

Customer Relations:

BUSINESS PROCESSES

Procurement Strategy

Contract Management

Contract Administration

Market Indicators

Transport Logistics

Tenders

Reporting

Business Improvement

BBBEE/Transformation

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

Financial Management
Cost/Value Optimisation

Requirements

Non Negotiable Candidate Requirements:     

• Relevant Engineering degree or national diploma
• Six years’ relevant experience including: commercial contracts, contract negotiation and logistics operation management
• Two years’ managerial experience
• 6 Sigma Green Belt Minimum

Advantageous:

• Project management specifically with regards to continuous improvement and project management
• SAP Certification

Posted on 27 Mar 07:57