Logistics Manager

Staff Solutions Careers – Logistics Manager

Our esteemed client in the Automotive Sector seeks a Logistics Manager to join their vibrant team in Gqeberha/Port Elizabeth.

• Assess the financial implications of proposed logistics adjustments, such as routing, shipping methods, product quantities, or carrier selection.
• Collaborate with various departments to seamlessly integrate logistics into business operations, including customer sales, order management, accounting, and shipping.
• Develop policies and procedures governing logistics activities.
• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics operations, including transportation, warehouse activities, safety protocols, and logistics quality management.
• Establish and monitor performance measurement systems based on supply chain metrics.
• Implement customized transportation metrics and internal reporting as per specific customer requirements.
• Maintain records such as metrics, reports, process documentation, customer service logs, and safety records.
• Negotiate with suppliers or customers to enhance supply chain efficiency and sustainability.
• Plan and execute improvements to internal or external logistics systems and processes.
• Recommend the adoption of new or upgraded technology, such as automated systems, to enhance logistics operations.
• Resolve issues related to transportation, logistics systems, imports/exports, or customer concerns.
• Supervise logistics specialists, planners, or schedulers.
• Enhance transportation efficiency, speed, and quality by communicating freight transportation information to customers or suppliers using various logistics management systems.
• Direct or coordinate comprehensive logistical functions throughout product life cycles, including acquisition, distribution, allocation, delivery, recycling, reuse, or disposal of resources.
• Proficiency in Legal requirements for Inward/Outward processes, subcontracting, Production Planning, Material Scheduling, Transport Management, and Manpower Handling.
• Liaise with Customer Service & Sales to understand and meet customer needs, providing external customer support as required.
• Manage inventory levels across the business to ensure optimal balance between market demands and business requirements.
• Collaborate with production staff, including the production manager, to optimize plant loading and anticipate future capacity needs.
• Provide departmental KPIs to measure performance, including level loading, adherence to lead times, lead-time management, and customer service performance.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics Management or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in supply chain management/logistics.
• Proficiency in master scheduling, MRP implementation, Planning System development, capacity planning, and inventory management.