Our client, a well
established Dry Cargo and logistics company, with over 25 years experience, is
urgently looking to hire a Operations Manager (Male Only).
The position is on a 2 year Contract.
The tender is for a freight forwarding contract in South Sudan in various
placesThe position is on a 2 year Contract.
Remuneration: USD 1,000- USD 1,500 p.m.
Reporting to the Project Manager and the Deputy Project Manager the incumbent oversees the daily and ongoing operations.
Major Responsibilities:
- Provide
leadership, direction and supervision in day-to-day operations.
- Oversee
staffing, employee performance and development training.
- Ensure
safety policies are implemented and procedures and documentation are
maintained.
- Ensure
employees are trained in all aspects of their job, including safety and
job development and reporting.
- Dispatch
cargo and maintain good personable customer relations.
- Promote all
special projects concerning research and development of new or existing
equipment as described by the needs of customers.
- Communicate
with customer and keep informed of current activities and future
operations.
- Review all
special projects, evaluate and, if necessary, seek advice regarding
problem solving.
- Utilize a
hands-on approach to maintain good communication with employees and contractors.
Specific Accountabilities:
- Hold
meetings with existing or prospective customers and ensure that the
company has a position in their current or future operations.
- Delegate
responsibilities regarding staffing, budgeting, repairs, purchasing, and
sub-contracting.
Knowledge, Education, Skills, Capabilities & Qualifications:
- Bachelors
degree in Commerce/Business Management – Operations Management/Logistics
- Must have a
VALID DANGEROUS GOODS CERTIFICATION of at least 3 years
- Experience
transport/logistics and shipping companies needed
- Able to take
charge and lead by example.
- Experience
managing and supervising 10 or more direct reports.
- Able to
devise creative and innovative solutions to problem solving.
- Excellent
communications skills, both written and verbal.
- Computer
skills and understanding of MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Strong sense
of time management and prioritization.
- Able to work
well with minimal supervision.
- High
standards of integrity, energy level, and self-motivation
- Strong
written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to
deal with conflict effectively and create effective solutions to problems.
- Strong
attention to detail and organization
- Superior
interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated
and autonomous worker
- Professionalism
and strong work ethic
If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary
qualification and experience, please send your CV only indicating why you
are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title
(OPERATIONS MANAGER- SOUTH SUDAN) on the email subject to
vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke
