Dispatch And Logistics Manager / Procurement Coordinator
Rosslyn, Gauteng, South-Africa
Duties & Responsibilities:Coordinate and organize daily Dispatch and Logistics activities, including assigning tasks to team members as well as logistics staff to ensure work is completed on time and efficiently.Monitor team performance and provide coaching and feedback to improve productivity and job satisfaction as well as training dispatch staff.Maintain open communication with clients to ensure their needs and expectations are met.Develop and implement Policies and Procedures to effectively manage Dispatch and Logistics operations.Maintain accurate records and documentation of dispatch activities.Scheduling the maintenance and repair of fleet vehicles and forklifts.Work collaboratively with other managers, departments and branches.Identify areas for process improvement and implement changes.Managing Dispatch and Logistics departments as well as maintaining the facility.Supply Change Management (Analyzing and optimizing supply chain processes, and managing procurement, shipping and operations).Managing of Payment requests and Purchase Orders as per request (Sage 300).Managing transfer slips internally between branches as per request (Sage 300).Negotiating contracts and shipping rates with vendors and carriers.Liaising with suppliers, manufacturers, customers and other branches.Stock control of packaging material (Boxes, crates, pallets, bubble wrap, pallet wrap, strapping, tape, labels, etc.).Stock Control of stationery and groceries (Order from supplier as per request).Archiving of transfer and invoices on monthly basis.Managing/keeping track of employee attendance and arranging payment of casual staff and contractors on a weekly basis.Giving permission for goods to be removed from site via transmittal note.Keeping track of/holder all keys on warehouse premises (Doors, gates, company vehicles, spare-keys, etc.).Help/assist clients, contractors and new employees on arrival as per request.