Posted:6 hours ago
By:Hiring Kenya
Company Details
Industry:
Logistics and Supply Chain
Description:
Our Vision, Our Mission, Our Strategy Our vision is to be The Logistics Company for the World. Our mission - Excellence. Simply Delivered. - is our guiding light. Our Strategy 2020: Focus.Connect.Grow. is our roadmap to the future. We connect people and improve their lives. And we do it by being uncompromisingly customer-centric and delivering excellence day in and day out. By bringing people together and making life simpler - for our customers, our employees, our investors, and our society - we help make the world a better place. Being The Logistics Company for the World goes well beyond our global presence in over 220 countries and territories, or our tireless pioneer spirit when it comes to new markets. It also extends beyond our unique ability to offer a remarkable range of logistics solutions - from mission-critical express deliveries to economical freight transportation, from taking the complexity out of customs to managing the complexity of global supply chains and everything in between. We want to be
Job Description
About the role Key duties and responsibilities
- Efficiently plan transportation routes to maximize delivery efficiency, considering factors such as distance, traffic, and time constraints.
- Optimize routes to minimize fuel consumption, reduce transit times, and enhance overall cost-effectiveness.
- Communicate with drivers to provide detailed instructions regarding routes, schedules, and any special delivery requirements.
- Monitor driver progress and address any unforeseen challenges or deviations from the plan promptly.
- Utilize transportation management systems (TMS) and tracking tools to monitor the real-time status of shipments and vehicles.
- Respond swiftly to disruptions, traffic incidents, or other issues affecting the transportation schedule.
- Act as a central point of contact for drivers, internal teams, and external stakeholders.
- Be actively involved in and support change initiatives.
- Plan and utilize all internal resources to ensure maximum productivity.
- Facilitate effective communication to ensure everyone is informed about changes, delays, or other relevant updates.
- Generate regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to transportation efficiency.
- Maintain accurate records of transportation activities, including delivery times, delays, and any incidents.
- Identify and address issues related to transportation, such as delays, vehicle breakdowns, or unexpected changes in delivery requirements.
- Collaborate with drivers and relevant teams to implement effective problem-solving strategies.
About you
- Relevant University degree or Diploma in Logistics/ Supply Chain Management.
- Educated to High School as a standard.
- Proven experience of 3 years in transportation dispatch, preferably within the logistics industry.
- Familiarity with transportation management systems (TMS) and route optimization software. L84.
- Relevant professional qualifications.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Relevant Matric skills.
Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time
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