Transport Manager at Deloitte

The individual will be responsible for ensuring that the organisation's haulage services are handled effectively within
budget constraints. Other responsibilities of this position include:
•             Managing the fleets, drivers and their assistants
•             Soliciting, evaluating and analysing contractual bids as well as negotiating and administering dedicated carrier
agreements
•             Determining economical tariff patterns and specifying preferred routes
•             Identifying and implementing policies and practices to enhance the efficiency of Transport practices liaising with
operations manager on shipment coordination and routing including tracking of transportation vehicles and cargo
•             Active involvement in developing and renewing service contracts with Workshops, mechanics, suppliers, etc.
•             Developing safety procedures and ensuring the proper preparation of all shipping documents
•             Engaging and negotiating with third party carriers and haulage companies when the need arises
•             Establishing and implementing strategies to expand services and market coverage
•             Undertaking fleet utilization analysis

Requirements for the position include:
•             A Bachelor's degree or its equivalent
•             Minimum of 7 - 10 years' experience in a similar role in managerial capacity
•             Relevant qualifications in logistics/supply chain programme(s) is an added advantage
•             Good numerical, business literacy and communication skills