Description:
Hire Resolve's Client is seeking to hire a Operations Manager that is based in Durban, Umhlanga. The role requires strategic planning, team leadership, and operational efficiency to ensure the company's objectives are met. The successful candidate must ensure smooth business operations while maintaining quality, cost control, and compliance with company policies and industry regulations.Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage all operational aspects of the company in KwaZulu-Natal, focusing on road freight and transport logistics.
- Develop and implement operational strategies that align with company goals.
- Ensure operational efficiency by optimizing transport and logistics processes and procedures.
- Lead, motivate, and manage the operations team to enhance productivity and performance.
- Monitor and improve supply chain management, inventory, and logistics.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, labor laws, and industry standards.
- Drive cost control initiatives while maintaining high service levels.
- Manage relationships with suppliers, vendors, and stakeholders.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide necessary training to staff.
- Analyze operational data and generate reports for management.
- Implement technology and innovation to streamline transport and logistics operations.
- Handle conflict resolution and problem-solving within the operational team.
Key Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or diploma in Transport Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management within the road freight industry.
- Proven leadership and team management skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements within the transport sector.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and operational management software.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel if necessary.
Preferred Skills & Attributes:
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
- Ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Experience in financial planning and budget management.
- Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Adaptability to changing business environments.
Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
- Salary: negotiable.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Kay-Leen Recruiter at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
- You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: logistics@hireresolve.za.com
- Alternatively, you can also contact me directly at kay-leen.dupreez@hireresolve.us
- When applying via email please use "Operations Manager (Road Freight Industry)" as the subject line
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
Requirements:
- Oversee and manage all operational aspects of the company in KwaZulu-Natal, focusing on road freight and transport logistics.
- Develop and implement operational strategies that align with company goals.
- Ensure operational efficiency by optimizing transport and logistics processes and procedures.
- Lead, motivate, and manage the operations team to enhance productivity and performance.
- Monitor and improve supply chain management, inventory, and logistics.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, labor laws, and industry standards.
- Drive cost control initiatives while maintaining high service levels.
- Manage relationships with suppliers, vendors, and stakeholders.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide necessary training to staff.
- Analyze operational data and generate reports for management.
- Implement technology and innovation to streamline transport and logistics operations.
- Handle conflict resolution and problem-solving within the operational team.
- Bachelor's degree or diploma in Transport Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management within the road freight industry.
- Proven leadership and team management skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements within the transport sector.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and operational management software.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel if necessary.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
- Ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Experience in financial planning and budget management.
- Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Adaptability to changing business environments.
- Salary: negotiable.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Kay-Leen Recruiter at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
- You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: logistics@hireresolve.za.com
- Alternatively, you can also contact me directly at kay-leen.dupreez@hireresolve.us
- When applying via email please use "Operations Manager (Road Freight Industry)" as the subject line
11 Feb 2025;
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