Trucks Part Manager

CJ Smart Cargo Zambia Limited is a Transport and Logistics company that provides leading integrated intelligent logistics solutions on a global scale through core business such as marine engineering logistics, EPC engineering logistics, oil and gas chemical logistics, and providing innovative, integrated and intelligent expert logistics services for world-class enterprises. We are seeking to employ a qualified individual to take up the position of Trucks Part Manager to be stationed in Lusaka.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Booking transport sub-contractors and ensuring they deliver within agreed terms.
• Planning routes and load scheduling for multi-drop deliveries
• Organize and Scout for Transporters of trucks within Zambia as need may be
• Directing all transportation activities.
• Developing transportation relationships.
• Monitoring transport costs.
• Negotiating and bargaining transportation prices.
• Resolve Problems arising out of Transportation, I.e. Vehicle Break downs

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Transport and Logistics or Relevant Field
• 5 – 10 years of working experience in Transport and Logistics or relevant field
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a senior Transport/ Logistics field
• Excellent command in English and a plethora of Local languages
• Must Possess tact, diplomacy and calmness, especially when dealing with tired drivers and disgruntled customers.
• An analytic mind and good numeracy skills.
• Excellent geographical knowledge.
• Good people management and coordination skills.
• Excellent financial acumen.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Extensive knowledge of the transportation industry.
• Good intuition to make crucial judgment calls.
• Strong Command of Microsoft Suit of Applications, with a priority of Excel, Word and Outlook
• Familiar with Government Transport regulatory bodies, I.e Road Transport and Safety Agency
• Must Possess a strong network of Truck Transporters within Lusaka, Kitwe and Ndola

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