Contract Manager - FM001920 at Farm Managers SA

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

•  Degree or Diploma in Road Transport or Logistics or a Degree in Management with financial electives
• 5-7 years' experience in a Logistics and Supply Chain management environment
• 1-2 years for the most complex task (strategic planning focuses on the next year's activities)
• Knowledge of Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• Experience in finance and financial analysis
• Knowledge of logistics equipment and the associated maintenance requirements
• General knowledge of the operations and configurations of mechanical vehicles
• Knowledge of general expense management / budgeting
• Human resources management skills
• Relevant written and verbal contracts / service level agreements
• Experience in KPI reporting
• National Bargaining Council Agreements

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

 Financial

• Compile and present annual budgets and periodic forecasts
• Measure monthly performance against budget
• Ensure all administrative functions are conducted within the prescribed deadlines
• Strict cost management
• Screen all suppliers by comparing costs, quality products and BEE
• Authorize and submit cash book payments so that the costs are correctly allocated
• Report weekly on projects contract revenue, kilometres and profits

Operational

• Effective management of organisational assets and resources
• Develop and maintain procedures which relate to day to day operational requirements
• Maximise asset utilisation
• Day to day management of vehicle maintenance and tyres
• Daily load planning and feedback
• Daily management staff working hours and overtime

Customer relations

• Effective customer relationship management
• Monthly KPI reporting and operational feedback
• Identification and implementation of cost saving initiatives for the customer
• Audit the quality of service provided through personal interaction with the customer on an ongoing basis and timeous corrective action is taken when required

 SHERQ

•  Identify, implement and maintain site/ depot specific requirements as per legislation, policy and customer requirements
• Manage and control all assets that are acquired and disposed of according to the relevant procedure and ensure accurate recording
• Management of safety, health, environment and quality
• Implement and manage an effective SHEQ system addressing all safety risks
• Develop a Workplace Skills Plan by assessing the development and training required by subordinates
• Enforcing adherence to legislation, policies and procedures
• Establish and maintaining a safe working environment for staff
• Accident and incident investigations and reporting