Transport Controller - PotchefstroomFull job descriptionJob DescriptionMain ObjectivesManage a team of employees responsible to ensure the roadworthiness and cleanliness of bakery trucks and that they are ready on time for it to be loaded in time for deliveries to leave as per agreed schedules.Key ResponsibilitiesEnsure legal compliance and support OTIF deliveries by ensuring appropriate number of clean and roadworthy trucks per route according to the hygiene (FSSC 22000), AARTO SOP’s and RACI matrix requirements for the same.To ensure cost effective bakery deliveries through detailed fleet related expense tracking and monitoring, ensuring timely action of gaps identified in order to minimise cents per kilometer.To ensure roadworthy vehicles through the management of preventative maintenance and ensuring annual “certificate of fitness” per truck on time and in full prior to expiry dates for the same in collaboration with corporate bakery distribution team.To ensure a high performing transport team through the recruitment, training, coaching and supervision of the team responsible to clean and maintain trucks in line with Premier Way.To prevent theft, protect our fleet assets and support cost effective deliveries through ensuring fitment of trucks with vehicle monitoring systems by the preferred suppliers.Minimise brand related risk caused by accidents and incidents through: o leading investigations of accidentsescalating reported incidents to the relevant driver supervisor for investigatingfollowing up on corrective actions implementedcapturing feedback on reported incidents to close the call as neededclosing procedural / process gaps to the relevant managers as needed o liaising with driver training on new training needs identified.Qualification RequirementsMatric/ Grade 12Qualified Diesel Mechanic Experience RequirementsFleet management and fleet planning and resourcingExperience in an FMCG environment advantageousFleet cost analysis experienceSupervisory experience and Supplier Management experienceKey OutputsSkills and Attributes RequiredFleet Maintenance RequirementsFleet Cost Control processes and principlesSupplier Management requirementsHealth and Safety as well as Food Safety knowledgeVehicle tracking requirementsAccident investigation processes and requirementsOther RequirementsAbility to work in a team environment6-day workerOvertime may be requiredPressurised role, deadline driven
