Minimum Requirements: Bachelors or Masters Degree in Logistics / Business5 years relevant experience in the mining industry, preferably 3 years managerialChrome Commodity knowledge is essential!MBA would be an advantageLogistic Management & processesDemonstrate an understanding of occupational health, safety and personal hygiene within the transport industryUnderstand the road and rail transport industry in South AfricaMicrosoft OfficeSAP, MESResponsibilities: Customers Ensure Customer Satisfaction smelting operations in the company / Export customersInteract with customers (smelters / export) and be familiarise with operational concerns and any inherent peculiaritiesProvide customer service and ensure customer satisfaction and competitive practice throughout the mine environmentResolve customer (smelter/marketing/export) quality queries and complaintsManage relationships on mines with all key suppliers and stakeholdersEnsure agreed transport rates are implemented and escalate deviationsLiaise with Transport and Yellow equipment suppliers and deal with all logistical issuesBusiness Processes Logistics Strategy:To lead the Logistics Team and manage all inbound & outbound logistic, material handling functions on Eastern Chrome Mines and to drive the safe and cost-effective execution of all logistics processes ensuring high quality final productsEnsure the safe and environmentally friendly operation of the Logistic processesDeliver against set KPIsManage the Logistic team and processes across the mineImplement proactive quality systems and proceduresEnsure the Quality standards are maintained of final productAlign overall Logistics strategy between Mine, Plants and export customers expectationsLiaise with Group Logistics and site GM to ensure effective and efficient process flowLogistics ManagementManage the monthly loading plan broken down into weekly / daily targetsOptimise the usage of loading facilities at minesOptimise the usage of Rail and Road transportManage all aspects of yellow equipment / material movement at minesRail station maintenance, and loading at the stations (no demurragement costs)Weighbridge managementSupplier ManagementReview existing arrangements to drive down TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) for both the company and suppliersReportingProvide monthly report on key indicators as per agreed with Group LogisticsGrowthManage Continuous Improvement through Operational ExcellenceDevelop growth opportunities in cooperation with Mineral Resources and MiningIdentify opportunities for improvements, both on costs and operational efficiencies, within the Logistic structuresSafety, Health, Environment and QualityIdentify and assess level of baseline risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)Manage SHEQ compliance within the Department through effective use of the ToolboxUtilise the Information Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ statusStock quality controlDispatch quality controlSecurity of product mine/stationPeople Manage the Department:Ensure an enabling climate/cultureManage labour stability by minimising labour turnoverLabour complement in line with budgetAchieve HDSA/Female targets for the DepartmentManage performance against set targets and competenciesEnsure IDPs are linked to performance results and implemented as per planConduct career discussions and implement actions with all identified talent (quarterly)Ensure discipline is maintained (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levelsConduct recruitment interviewsEntrench Quality systems and procedures into the logistics value chain at the minesShareholder ValueManage the Departmental budgetPreparation of budgets, costs and/or any other logistics related reportingControl cost in area of responsibilityEnsure Corporate GovernanceComply with Financial Policies and ProceduresProtect company assets
