Job Description

DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Read more at www.dsv.comLocation: ZAF - Kempton Park, Serengeti Blvd (DSV Park Gauteng)
Job Posting Title: Branch Manager, Operations, Road Logistics
Time Type: Full TimeMain Purpose of the RoleTo manage the staff, clients and deliverables of the branch ensuring that it is aligned with the overall objectives of the organization and the resources are fully utilized to ensure optimal delivery of services to our clients.Ensure the branch is operating within agreed budget and monthly reporting on any variances to senior management.Minimum RequirementsGrade 12 / Matric - non negotiableDiploma / BComm / PG Diploma in Logistics (or related) will be an added advantage5 year experience in the Logistics and Road Transport environment5 year previous business and or operational management experienceSales, Operational, HR and IR (BCEA, LRA ) knowledge is essentialMust have a valid, unendorsed Code 08 drivers licenseMust have own reliable transportBe able to work overtime / shifts should it be neededFlexible to travelSkills and CompetenciesExcellent admin skills requiredExcellent commnunication skills required (both written and verbal)Ability to work in cross-functional teamsAbility to do MS Excel Spreadsheets with Pivot Tables, charts and formulasDuties and ResponsibilitiesTo manage the delivery of the organizations objectives through communication, measurement and motivation of the staff
To interface with shared functions ensuring continued cooperation and interactions with these functions
To manage and deliver on clients commitments based on local, national and global strategy
To manage cost and productivity within the branch ensuring that efficiency and effectiveness is at the order of the day
To ensure compliance to internal and external controls and other KPI's set at global and local level
To deliver on the bottom line budget commitment to ensure that the business unit budget is met
To identify opportunities and risks within the business that may impact the business environment and ability to deliver to shareholder commitments
Managing people's performance and growth to create a sustainable business environment
Adherence to deadlines and schedules
Managing and controlling resources and risk management.
Administrative duties relevant to the position
Interacting with customers at all levels - in person and telephonically
Maintain existing systems processes and controls with continuous improvementOperational Performance:
Actively managing daily operational performance to consistently achieve performance metric targets
Delivering on client and internal requirements
Internal stakeholder communication management, ensure agreed to meetings, conference calls and forums are planned and conducted internally as agreed to by all stakeholders, this is an ongoing requirement
Customer dissatisfaction process, analyze failures with regards to deliveries, client complaints, damages etc to determine root cause and corrective actionsDisclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV's Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.open/closeJob area: ManagerialBranch Manager, Operations, Road LogisticsKempton Park

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