Logistics Manager

Our client in the Agriculture industry, based in Kirkwood area, is currently looking to employ a Logistics Manager.

An awesome career opportunity awaits.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 or Equivalent Qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years Citrus- or Pome/Stone Fruit operations experience essential.
• A Formal Qualifications in Logistics and Supply Chain Management or equivalent is an added advantage.
• Valid driver’s license with own vehicle.
• Understanding of Cold Chain Management and Protocols.

Responsibilities:

• Overall accountability for the site logistics function, which includes inbound and outbound logistics.
• Managing and Improving Throughput.
• Bookings and Scheduling of Loads with Freight Forwarding Department and Transporters.
• Supplier management.
• Customer Relations.
• Truck Scheduling of loads from Packhouses to External Depots.
• Cold Chain and Protocol adherence.
• Responsible to deliver on all key performance areas.
• Establish a lean dynamic people structure to achieve site and company goals.
• Ensuring adherence to Health and Safety procedures, BRC and HACCP standards and take corrective actions on any deviations.

Additional Requirements:

• Excellent Communications and people management skills.
• Ability to work accurately and within time pressures.
• Problem solving and change facilitation.
• Strategic thinking ability.
• Advance computer and Excel skills.
• Sound knowledge of HR Practices.

Please note should you not receive a response within two weeks of applying please consider your application unsuccessful.