Logistic Supervisor at Stratostaff

Profile Introduction

Our client is seeking a transport supervisor who will ensure the safe and efficient movement, handling, and delivery of products into and out of the cold store as per customer requests and to manage the staff and equipment.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Diploma in Logistics/ Supply Chain Management or relevant qualifications
• 3 – 5 Years of relevant experience
• Experience in Fleet management
• Good IT knowledge and skills is an added advantage.

Job Specification-

• Ensuring the smooth running of transport operations through proper planning which involves daily workload plan and manpower schedule reviewed (for the following day), in conjunction with operations supervisor and as per customer instructions within the given timeline.
• Daily intake and dispatch of customer products monitored.
• Weekly stock checks reviewed, damages/deviations reported through the proper channel and ensure all queries are resolved immediately.
• As per the agreed procedure ensure all transport vehicles are in working order and at appropriate temperature settings, out of protocol items are to be reported on e.g temperatures, cartons, and pallets and advise maintenance of corrective actions required.
• Ensure daily operations areas are inspected with each shift supervisor and corrective actions are taken.
• In conjunction with the supervisor ensure manpower is in place as requested by the customer and the staff cost is controlled relative to workload. 
• Time and Attendance managed; ensuring overtime (accurate)be kept on target, approved on time and reports submitted to transport manager on daily basis.
• In line with targets, ensure employee performance is managed, corrective measures taken for non-performance and multitasking within area of responsibility.
• Staff training for new employees, demonstrating equipment operations to them and ensuring they are compliant with the OSH Act.
• Staff communication by ensuring absenteeism is controlled in line with company target and counsel staff as appropriate.
• Daily communication with the customers in a professional manner and resolve customers’ queries within reasonable time frames.
• Weekly proper transport operations documentation completed and reviewed.
• Ensure daily health and safety standards are well maintained.