Logistics Supervisor (Limpopo)

Job Summary: The Logistics Supervisor is responsible for coordinating all activities related to the movement of materials and supplies into the company and the movement of finished products to customers in a timely and cost-effective manner. In addition, monitor warehouse and distribution areas for efficiency in operations and capacity. Job Duties and Responsibilities include the following:Examines shipping costs and negotiates with carriers to reduce shipping expenses through carrier contractsMonitors and evaluates shipping reports to effectively schedule and plan freight for outgoing finished goods and sheet metal ordersStudies shipping notices, bills of lading, dashboards, orders, and other records to determine shipping priorities, work assignments, and shipping methods required to meet shipping and receiving schedules, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.Determines space requirements and position of shipment in trucks and lays out position of shipment.Manages the functions related to receiving incoming freight and packages, inspect rejects, record shortages and approves loads per ISO policiesDirects the unloading and storage of incoming freight by bin locationsManages steel shipment processes, including receiving shipment pick list, locating steel, packaging requirements, labeling, material certifications, loading shipments per weight restrictions and customer specificationsManages finished goods shipment processes, including packaging, outsourcing, loading, and document generation and approvalPrepares shipping documents for domestic and international shipmentsCollaborates with sales, scheduling and production to achieve the Company's key customer metric of On-Time Delivery and maintain accuracy of customer shipments and RMAsSchedules maintenance of company-owned vehiclesMaintains accuracy of inventory by performing cycle counts and physical inventoriesAssures that all department employees are adequately trained, assesses the performance of department members, recommends pay changes and disciplinary action for employees in accordance with company policiesSupports process improvement activitiesOther duties may be assigned that pertain to the classification.Logistics Supervisor Requirements and QualificationsBachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related fieldAt least 5 years of prior experience in a supervisory role in logistics or related fieldKnowledge of shipping, receiving, and distribution processes and proceduresStrong problem-solving and organizational skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAble to multitask and prioritize workloads in a fast-paced environment