Our client has a new vacancy open for a productive, highly proactive senior logistics officer.

Should you be interested in this role, please apply by submitting your CV and supporting documents to faxmail 086 662 7817. Please note that there are no costs involved ofr the candidate in the recruitment process. We do not charge candidates any fees to apply.  

Attributes, qualifications and skills:   

• A highly personable, enthusiastic leader who is able to build relationships outside of their own team  
• Articulate, self-motivated, efficient and proactive with a logistical mind and attention to detail. 
• Ability to cope under pressure and be decisive.  
• Highly organised and efficient, with good computer skills (systems training to be provided) 
• Ability to think on your feet/think laterally  
• Experience of supervising a team
• Thorough knowledge of geography and road networks.  
• Able to manage your own time to achieve daily targets
• Professional and confident telephone skills  
• Ability and drive to assist the manager in guiding, leading and mentoring Logistic Administrators  
• Proactive, self-motivated and driven to succeed  

Key responsibilities/principal tasks: 

• Answering and responding to all incoming logistics calls in a prompt and polite manner. 
• Ensure all internal/external customer queries or concerns are dealt with in a professional, friendly and courteous manner. 
• Assist the Logistics Manager with planning logistics and scheduling (resource/vehicle/asset) across the business, improving workload management, staff resourcing and client communications. 
• Fleet management and maintenance
• Liaise with network depots ensuring the smooth operation of the logistics/transport department.   
• Ensure all inbound/outbound paperwork is completed promptly and accurately   
• Monitor and chase documentation in support of the transport and logistics operation.   
• Ensure compliance documentation is maintained and updated on a regular basis.  
• Manage the weekly fuel report, ensuring that any discrepancies are reported if required.  
• Delegate staff to record drivers’ mileage onto the appropriate database   
• Engage all external and internal customers by communicating in a friendly and highly professional manner at all times  

Posted on 20 Mar 09:57