BRANCH MANAGER SEAFREIGHT

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Matric
• FIATA Diploma or equivalent.
• 3-year freight forwarding qualification.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• 10 years freight forwarding experience with a minimum 5 years in management capacity.
• Demonstrable experience & extensive knowledge in all facets of the business, including but not limited to, customs clearing, sea freight, contract logistics and new business sales.
• Sound knowledge of current management practices.

ADVANTAGEOUS ATTRIBUTES:

• Can communicate within the team and contribute to the overall success of the team.
• Strong financial acumen with a flair for numbers.
• Have the demonstrated ability to identify and develop new business opportunities within current and new client base.
• Solid business and leadership acumen.
• The ability to implement strategic drivers within the business.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Drive the development and implementation of the branch operational plan.
• Monitor and maximise the branch’s resources and ensure operational efficiencies.
• Ensure that the financial controls are adhered too and managed in line with company policy and procedures.
• Provide leadership, guidance and motivation to the branch management team and staff with regards to the

behaviour and performance expected.

• Assist quality control manager in the encouragement of attitude and effort towards continued quality upliftment.
• Service clients and monitor service levels.
• Manage, control and be accountable for branch budget and results.
• Active participation to develop new business.
• Manage the branch financial housekeeping ensuring that the branch financial records are current at all times.
• Ensure that all communication from executive and management level is effectively communicated to all branch employees.
• Align the branch operational strategy to the company strategy and ensure effective implementation of the strategy within the branch.
• Comply with the requirements of quality management system.