Job Summary:
The Senior Fleet Manager leads fleet, transport and dispatch operations in a warehouse and distribution environment. The role requires hands-on stock control experience to ensure that goods picked in the warehouse match the quantities loaded, delivered and returned. The manager is responsible for fleet availability, transport costs, delivery performance and the teams carrying out this work.
Minimum Requirements:
- Grade 12 / Matric.
- Fluent in Afrikaans and English.
- At least 5 years’ experience in fleet or transport management within a warehouse or distribution environment, including experience managing staff.
- Hands-on experience in warehouse stock control, including stock counts, dispatch checks, returns and stock reconciliations.
- Experience managing route planning, vehicle scheduling, preventative maintenance and transport costs.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using fleet tracking software and a warehouse or stock management system.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- A relevant qualification in Logistics, Transport Management or Supply Chain Management will be advantageous.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Fleet and delivery planning. Plan routes, allocate vehicles and schedule drivers according to order volumes, vehicle capacity and customer delivery windows. Coordinate loading times with the warehouse and arrange alternatives when breakdowns or delays affect deliveries.
- Dispatch and stock control. Oversee pre-dispatch checks to confirm that item codes and quantities match the picking slip and delivery note. Ensure that loading teams record discrepancies and resolve them before a vehicle leaves the warehouse.
- Delivery reconciliation and returns. Reconcile dispatched quantities against signed proof of delivery and goods returned. Investigate shortages, damage and rejected deliveries. Ensure that returns are counted, inspected and recorded in the stock system before they are released for resale or set aside for assessment.
- Stock counts and investigations. Coordinate cycle counts and periodic stocktake with the warehouse manager. Trace variances through picking records, loading documents, delivery notes and returns. Identify recurring causes and follow up on corrective action.
- Vehicle maintenance and safety. Monitor daily vehicle inspections, reported defects and service schedules. Coordinate repairs, confirm that vehicles are fit for use and maintain accurate vehicle, driver and incident records. Oversee safe loading and unloading practices.
- Budgeting and cost control. Prepare and manage the fleet operating budget. Track fuel consumption, maintenance, tyres, overtime and outsourced transport costs. Investigate unusual costs and identify savings while maintaining delivery standards.
- Team leadership. Manage drivers, fleet controllers and dispatch personnel. Set shift priorities, coach supervisors and review team performance. Work with warehouse, sales and customer service teams to resolve delivery issues.
- Management reporting. Report on vehicle availability, on-time deliveries, cost per kilometre, stock discrepancies and outstanding proofs of delivery. Highlight trends that require management action and track agreed improvements.
Submission requirements:
- Updated Comprehensive CV.
- Certified ID Copies and Drivers License.
- Certified copies of qualifications.
- Reputable references.
- Please read the job specifications carefully and only send your CV if you meet the requirements.
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