Transport & Logistics Manager
Geap Group Intl LLC
Total years of experience :26 years, 8 Months
Implements approved departmental policies, processes, procedures and provides instructions to subordinates and monitor their adherence so that work is carried out in a controlled manner
Accomplish the effective achievement, of departmental objectives through the leadership of the department, setting individual objectives, recruiting qualified staff, performance, developing and motivating staff, provision of formal and informal feedback and appraisal, in order to maximize subordinate and departmental performance.
Provide a one-stop center of expertise responsible for all transport / logistics activities, and resolution of claims, so that issues are completed effectively on time, thereby releasing various areas to their own functional activities.
Create and maintain an atmosphere in which employees willingly produce at maximum capacity
Assign employee responsibilities and maintain job descriptions
Monitor performance standards and ongoing employee training. Plan for, and provide opportunities for employee advancement and development
Administer a quarterly merit review with all direct reports on regular basis to review the progress of the department goals and objectives.
Review on a timely basis internal KPI, savings, employees work load and monitoring status report.
Ensure employees have the required knowledge and information needed to achieve the departmental goals and savings.
Collect, review and analyse information regarding strategies, plans, policies and procedures based on operational analysis to maximize rate reduction and savings.
Provide leadership and direction through coaching, supporting and developing direct reports, establishing annual performance objectives, conducting performance assessments and identifying opportunities for skill development
Complies with all relevant safety, quality and environmental management policies, procedures and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment
Liaises with other departments, regarding forecast, resourcing and services as necessary
Responsible for getting the right products in the right quantities, to the right locations all at the right time.
Responsible for all of the dispatching, routing, and tracking of delivery vehicles.
Dispatching complex and oversized goods to national and international destination.
Ensuring company compliance of all transport policies, legislation and procedures.
Managing, monitoring and developing a team of drivers and direct reports.
Making sure that all transport fleet vehicles are properly maintained and serviced.
Regularly liaising with the warehouse and despatch managers to ensure a smooth running of the department.
Developing and nurturing customer relationships and working with multiple customers at the same time in an efficient manner.
Identifying operational issues, potential problems and opportunities and resolving and managing queries and complaints courteously and efficiently.
Appraising staff performance, conducting disciplinary, capability and grievance investigations and taking appropriate action to address any failings.
Conducting crime and loss investigations into missing stock and loads.
Ensuring the efficient running of administration and office procedures.
Supervising the completion of all checks and documentation required by law.
Management of core business: This includes exploring and converting opportunities into revenue, as well as yield management from existing customers.
Man Management: Recruitment, payroll management, leave procedures, scheduling and personnel file management.
PR related: Visa and Immigration related work
Fleet management: Management of existing fleet as well as adding new trucks based on requirement and feasibility
Shipping and Customs related activities: This refers to handling of all procedures and documentation related to Customs.
Monitoring and managing the movement of Goods
Analyze data to monitor performance and plan improvements and demand.
Allocating and managing staff resources according to changing needs;
Liaising and negotiating with customers and suppliers;
Developing business by gaining new contracts, analysing logistical problems and producing new solutions.
Man Management: Manpower allocation, scheduling, regular procedures, and personnel management.
Fleet management: Management of existing fleet as well as adding new trucks based on requirement and feasibility.
Shipping and Customs related activities: This refers to handling of all procedures and documentation related to Customs.
Management of Logistics & Warehousing Operations
Stock planning & Man hours scheduling
Proper management of Floor space by prioritizing and careful placement of stocks.
Managing staff training issues;
Motivating other members of the team;
Project management;
Setting objectives.
Masters Degree in Personnel Management ( 2 Years full time course )
