Distribution Co-ordinator - Pietermaritzburg at Fourier Recruitment

Description

• The main purpose of this position is to oversee and manage the on-time deliveries of feed to the company’s customers on a daily basis and be responsible to facilitate the maintenance and upkeep of a fleet of trucks.
• Uphold shift roster for drivers two weeks in advance
• Responsible for risk and safety assessment for on farm deliveries and to ensure that procedures are adhered to.
• Ensure silo inspection on farms are done and documented.
• To follow the correct procedures and processes regarding procurement
• Submit driver’s schedules for payment to HR by the 16th of each month
• Schedule deliveries daily, in conjunction with the customer liaison administrator.
• To maintain an efficient and reliable fleet of trucks by ensuring that the maintenance of the trucks is planned according to schedule to avoid unplanned downtime.
• To maximise the efficiencies of the trucks and drivers by utilising the Vehicle Tracking system and to continually evaluate the driver’s performance.
• To make sure that there is a full complement of experienced drivers available by following the recruiting procedure and doing relevant driving and reference checks.
• To operate the fleet of trucks within the budgeted cost parameters.
• Control of the spares and consumables of the fleet of tankers to ensure that the spares are on hand when needed.
• Responsible to ensure that the trucks are maintained in a presentable and acceptable roadworthy condition by implementing processes and checks.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric or Diploma in transportation would be an added advantage.
• Valid Code EC driver’s license (no endorsements)
• No criminal record
• 3 Years previous proven experience in bulk tanker deliveries essential.
• 3 Years previous Production experience, preferably in the Milling Industry.
• Customer liaison experience essential.
• Minimum 5 years supervisory experience.