Operations Manager
Location: Ballito, Durban
R20 000 Basic Per Month
Company
Company supplies a variety of industrial gases for various applications including LPG, helium, carbonation, welding, dry ice, calibration gas and saturation diving. They supply multiple sizes of gas cylinders and many come complete with an integrated high-pressure regulator or manifold
Responsibilities
· Create operations management strategies that increase efficiency and speed
· Collaborate with other departments to close operational gaps
· Ensure transport costs are within budget parameters
· People Management
· Monitor inventory accuracy, on-time delivery, and distribution costs
· Recommend optimal transport modes, routes, and frequencies
· Manage, coach, and develop a high-performing team that meets agreed objectives and delivers results
· Strategically plan and manage the logistics department
· Keep track of quality, quantity, stock levels, delivery times, transport costs, and efficiency
· Resolve any arising problems or complaints related to the logistics department
· Supervise, coach, and train the logistics workforce, including inductions, re-training, and annual appraisals
· Meet cost, productivity, accuracy, and timeliness targets
· Assess performance and implement improvements
· Comply with laws, regulations, and ISO requirements
· Manage regional and inter-branch deliveries of cylinders and liquid fills
· Ensure all data capturing of cylinders delivered/collected is done daily
· Calculate and vet drivers' incentives
· Monitor operations costs (Maintenance / Fuel) and present data on a fleet report monthly basis
· Monitor and manage vehicle GPS tracking systems and keep track of all drivers
· Oversee the management of absences and holidays for all drivers
· Ensure all records are up to date, incorporating license validation, and completed training
· Manage vehicle maintenance/services records of all vehicles
· Manage the company process following accidents and incidents, including the completion of systems
· Ensure all depot daily checks are completed and recorded, including trucks and trailers
· Complete weekly KPI reports and follow up on poor performance
· Perform any other tasks necessary for the conduct of the employer's business as the employer may direct
Requirements:
· Proven work experience as Operations Manager or similar role
· Knowledge of organizational effectiveness and operations management
· Experience budgeting and forecasting
· Familiarity with business and financial principles
· Excellent communication skills
· Leadership ability
· Outstanding organisational skills
· Degree in Business, Operations Management or related field
Requirements
· 5 years Operations Management experience
· Matric with relevant Qualifications
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: R18 000,00 - R20 000,00 per month
Education:
Experience:
- operations management: 3 years (Required)
