Location: Kempton Park, JohannesburgSalary: CTC R140k pm (Negotiable) + Plus benefits (Company Cell phone, Fuel Card negotiable)About the Company: Cargo/ Freight / Logistics/ AutomotiveMain Purpose of the Job:To manage and drive leading negotiations, budgeting, purchasing, and putting efficient workflows in place to enhance the company's productivity and performance. Lead cross-functional teams, manage existing partnerships, and evaluate company business goals driving operational efficiency, enhancing organizational performance, and contributing to the achievement of the business objectives.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, finance, or business management.Minimum Experience:• At least 10 years in the Transport Industry• 5 years working experience in a leadership role• In-depth knowledge of diverse business functions and principles (e.g. supply chain, finance, customer service etc.)• Managerial experience and demonstrated ability to develop and lead others.Skills:• Working with people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.• Strong alignment with the company's mission and values.• Ability to self-direct, take ownership and see projects to completion in a timely manner.• Excellent interpersonal skills.• Strong critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.• Ability to extract meaning from numbers and present analysis clearly and concisely to people with varying degrees of financial knowledge.• Strong project management and organizational skills with a record of developing and strengthening systems and processes.• Ability to work collaboratively, exercising good judgement, decision-making, and problem-solving skills to achieve shared goals.• Ability to periodically participate in meetings and events outside of core business hours.Functional & Regulated Training:• Leadership• Compliance Management• Operations Management• Business Risk Management• Strategic Business Management• Financial systems and controlsEnvironmental / Other Conditions:After-hours work centered around decision-making is required regularly in respect of various operational challenges within the industry.Competencies:• High-level proficiency with Microsoft Office.• Data and financial analytics.• Cost, revenue, and cash management.• Knowledge of Basic Conditions of Employment and Industrial Relations.Organisational Leadership:➢ Collaborate with the CEO and the Executive team in setting and driving the organizational vision including the operational strategy.➢ Meet with the organisation's leadership team on an ongoing basis to re-evaluate action plans and adjust if necessary for sustainability and growth.➢ Develop business strategies and plans that align with the short- and long-term objectives developed in tandem with the CEO.Operational Strategy and Management:➢ Develop and lead operational strategies that support the organization's overall objectives and growth plans.➢ Coordinate efforts of team members to ensure that objectives set are in line with the organization's strategies.Business Analytics, Risk, and Reporting:➢ Establish and analyse management reports and information to assist with sound business decisions to drive business growth.➢ Continuously monitor the macro-environment to identify risks and discuss with the leadership team.Customer Service and Retention:➢ Negotiate and manage partnerships agreements, ensuring mutually beneficial terms and conditions.➢ Build and maintain strong relationships with existing customers, understanding their needs, and providing exceptional customer service.#J-18808-Ljbffr