SITE OPERATIONS MANAGER M/F

	SITE OPERATIONS MANAGER M/F

General informations

Africa Global Logistics Tanzania Limited (AGL) is the leading Logistics and Transport operator in Tanzania with a workforce of 300 employees.

AGL Tanzania offers solutions in value-added Warehousing Management, Transportation, Cargo & Freight Services and Project Management. AGL Tanzania recognises and embraces diversity, equity and inclusiveness which is depicted on our multi-cultural workforce. The company head office is in Dar es salaam with presence in key border points in Tanzania including Arusha, Tunduma, Kigoma, Kasumulu, Rusumo, Kabanga, Mwanza and Tanga.

We embrace our identity with our Group’s core values and believe that our people are at the heart of our competitive advantage. Your career starts with AGL Tanzania Limited!

Job description

Mission Description                      

Objective:
o Manage a client portfolio, in a sustainable & profitable way
o Set goals in terms of quality of service & costs control
o Drive business results through steady growth of the gross margin

Key Responsibilities:
• Inform N-1 of the entity strategy/ evolutions and communicate on required alignments
• Responsible to ensure complete management of the following sites. These are Vingunguti, Chango'mbe, Mikocheni, Tegeta and Ubungo
• The Site Operations Manager is responsible for all operational activities, ensuring the safe and effective completion of work on time.
• He/She manages and oversees traffic flow in the yard.
• Responsible for lifting and handling operations as per approved handling and lifting methodology, receiving of cargo formalities, safe storage, dispatching, data recording, security, maintenance, sanitation, and administrative functions.
• He/She will ensure regular mechanical maintenance of company assets
• He/She will prioritise safety of operations above all other priorities. Safety is a key area for the company and a strong safety work ethic is essential.
• Provide Management of day-to-day outdoor and indoor operations according to Company's policies and given Contract Logistics priorities, including accurate checking of the incoming/outgoing traffic (equipment, freight, vehicles).
• Implement and ensure effective execution of the open yard and repository policies
• Ensure coordination of loading/unloading/stuffing/unstuffing operations with strict follow-up of lifting and security procedures in place.
• Ensure cargo inspection is performed systematically and damages reported immediately on the relevant communication platforms.
• Supervise and follow up inventories and computerized inventory management. Maintain database and provide accurate recording of stock movements.
• Manage Staff in co-ordination with Company's HR Department: Hiring, training, developing and supervising staff to meet company standards
• Ensure that sites, equipment, material, and vehicles are maintained in a safe condition and are regularly serviced.
• Ensure stock control of consumable materials including PPE and alert on shortage.
• Alert Company's Management in case of significant operational issue (with impact on safety and/or quality of service).
• Oversee the organization of the tool-box meeting and team briefings
• Ensure site maintenance issues are reported and that remedial actions are implemented.
• Identify operational risks and/or bottle necks and provide risks assessments and process improvement report
• Establish regular activity reporting in line with client and Management instructions
• Manage KPI meetings with clients and reporting

 

Profile

Education
• Post-Graduate qualification – MBA, Enterprise Management, Logistics, or an
equivalent

Experience
• At least 10 years' experience in Logistics
• At least 5 years' experience as a Manager/ Leader
• International experience would be an added advantage

Skills
• Organised
• Natural Leader
• Team player
• Innovative
• Problem Solver
• Ability to work with tight deadlines
• Ability to impose authority
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Good use of email