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Sales Representative – Cape Town
Location: [[Cape Town]]
Job Posting Title: [[Account Manager]]
Time Type: [[Full Time]]
Main purpose of the role
Our sales team is responsible for developing and initiating a sales approach that results in closing new business opportunities to meet or exceed an individual taget in support of the overall DSV Road New Business target. This involves building a short, medium and long term pipeline, to support growth targets.
DSV is an equal opportunity employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
We believe in the power of innovation, collaboration, and growth. As a leading player in our industry, we are dedicated to transforming the landscape through cutting-edge solutions and unparalleled dedication to our clients.
Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Do you have a passion for forging new relationships, driving growth, and making a significant impact in the business world? If so, we have an exceptional opportunity for you!
What do you gain?
- We grow together – you will be part of a fast-growing organisation
- Dynamic environment – exciting work in a changing environment
- Global career development – we build inspiring careers locally and internationally
- Empowerment – we’ll empower you to make a diferrence
- Ownership – we will encourage you to act as if DSV was your own business
- Performance – you’ll join a group of highly dedicated people who strive to improve every day
- Learning – our DSV academy will give you access to knowledge and online as well as instructor led training, which sets us in apart in the sales and customer retention arenas
- Modern and environmentally sustainable facility, centrally located in Guateng, sporting a state of the art gym and canteen
- Commitment to sustainability – science based targets to be Net Zero carbon emissions by 2050 lead operational decisions
The Essentials for our heroes (Requirements)
- Valid unendorsed driver’s license with a reliable vehicle (mandatory)
- 2-3 years of senior key account management and new business sales experience in logistics
- Proven track record in prospecting for new business and meeting targets
- Tender management expertise and ability to sell cross-silo solutions to C-level executives
- Strong grasp of logistics and end-to-end supply chain
- Willingness to travel extensively for client meetings
Added advantages
- Excellent communication skills (Verbal and written)
- Good numeracy skills
Your roadmap to success (Duties and responsibilities)
- Represent the DSV brand with pride and professionalism.
- Maintain and expand the existing client base in the local courier and distribution market for the assigned region, meeting set monthly and annual new business targets.
- Prospect for new business, cultivate a qualified leads pipeline, and convert leads into sustainable billing clients.
- Manage client relationships, including new clients where applicable.
- Provide monthly billing and financial reports to stakeholders.
- Handle general administrative tasks, including daily sales analysis and weekly reporting to the Regional New Business Sales Manager.
- Keep client data up-to-date and acquire new accounts.
- Continuously monitor competitors and industry trends.
- Assist in tender and proposal preparation, including presentations.
- Innovate to create lasting value for customers.
- Achieve monthly and cumulative targets.
- Communicate and implement signed business agreements with stakeholders.
- Manage clients’ debtor days within company requirements.
- Maintain regular inter-departmental communication.
- Identify cross-silo solutions and collaborate with other department heads for successful partnerships.
- Update and maintain the internal CRM system.
- Achieve the expected client call ratio KPI as specified by your Manager.
- Provide day-to-day and weekly/monthly reporting as needed or requested by the Sales Manager.
- Ensure client files are regularly updated in compliance with company procedures and Quality Management System.
- Fulfil any other duties as requested by Management.
Full package deal (Perks, benefits, differentiators)
- Competitive basic salary, lucrative commission structure
- Cell phone allowance
- Re-imbursement for fuel
- Long service awards
- Provident fund contribution
- Annual leave starting at 15 days (Paid annual leave)
- New leadership & growth within DSV Road
Product Manager, Trade Lane, Air & Sea – Kempton Park
Location: ZAF – Kempton Park, Serengeti Blvd (DSV Park Gauteng)
Job Posting Title: Product Manager, Trade Lane, Air & Sea
Time Type: Full Time
Main Purpose of The Role:
This position will be responsible for growing our Air & Sea market share on the APAC (both inbound and outbound). To build sound relationships with the DSV network /organization, and to build a product that will help us grow our volumes and GP.
Minimum Requirements:
- Min 5 years’ experience in Air & Sea operations.
- Min 3 years’ experience in a development or sales orientated role.
- Work experience / dealings with the APAC network.
- Must be willing to travel extensively both locally and abroad.
Qualifications:
Matric (essential)
Diploma or degree in logistics or any other relevant degree would be an advantage
Computer packages
Word, Excel, Outlook
Intermediate to advanced computer skills
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Identify and secure major target accounts in collaboration with the DSV sales Group
- Join customer activity with local sales staff
- Support CRM in the transition of new accounts into operations, customer service and overseas network
- Plan and monitor annual volume budget for the year
- Identify / agree trade lane targets with overseas counterpart
- Trade Lane Manager to provide support to Operations and Account management for route specific issue’s that cannot be resolved locally as a key figure in the escalation process.
- Product development and implementation in conjunction with Air & Sea Leadership
- Collect / report market information on a monthly basis to Senior Management.
- Monthly KPI review of trade lane performance / target results delivered monthly to Senior management.
- Create local awareness of trade lane, branding products, establish sales kits, presentations etc.
KPI’s
Volume Growth on the trade lane in line with agreed budget – Measured Monthly
Market intelligence report – measured Monthly
Added Advantages
Proven track record in a business development / sales orientated role.
Intricate understanding of air and ocean operations / product / carriers / routings etc.
Process Specialist – Kempton Park
Location: Kempton Park
Job Posting Title: Process Specialist, Accounts Payable
Time Type: Full Time
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The main purpose of the role is to actively manage supplier accounts. This by ensuring compliance or adherence to Tax Regulations and DSV policies. Reconcile supplier accounts, liaise with suppliers on issues/challenges raised, and manage debit items and overdue invoices on supplier accounts. Have calls with suppliers where requested and required. Prepare daily, weekly & monthly payments and submit for approval and payment. Compile weekly and monthly reporting comments on overall supplier accounts. Identify and liaise with business (Ops) & suppliers for all non-compliant processes.
TERTIARY QUALIFICATION(S)
- Financial Qualification (degree, diploma, Certificate) would be advantegeous
COMPUTER LITERACY LEVEL
- Advanced MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
Additional Computer Skills
- Cargo Wise1
JOB RELATED REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of 2 years experience in an Accounts Payable role
- Experience in a shared services environment is an added advantage
ADDED ADVANTAGES FOR THIS ROLE / ELECTIVES
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Strong Reconciliation & processing skills
- Highly organized and good time management skills
- High level of problem-solving skills – analytical ability
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work in a diverse team as well as be self-driven
- The ability to explain transactions using T-Accounts
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Creditors reconciliations
- Supplier queries – liaise with suppliers on issues/challenges raised
- Following up on Aged transactions and providing action plans with defined timelines
- Weekly Calls with Ops teams and escalations.
- Actively manage and reduce debit items.
- Request Supplier statements for verification
- Assisting with Audit requests
- Requesting payments (monthly batch, SD, and out of batch)
- GL Reconciliations – Customs, sub-ledger, and clearing accounts
- Enforce and ensure that Tax regulations and DSV policies are adhered to
- Compile weekly & monthly reporting
- Payment forecasting where requested and required
Other Duties
- Perform any other function assigned by the hierarchical supervisors
- Not Limited to the above
Branch Manager – George
Location: [[George]]
Job Posting Title: [[Branch Manager]]
Time Type: [[Fulltime]]
Computer Literacy
Intermediate Level in Full Office Suite Package
Tertiary Qualification
B.Com Degree in Transport and Logisitcs will be advantageous
Job related requirements
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Logistics or courier environment in a managerial role.
• Sales, operations, HR and IR skills
• Ability to do MS Excel spreadsheets with Pivot tables, charts and formulas
• Comprehensive knowledge of P&L/financials
• Comprehensive knowledge of the LRA and BCEA
• Ability to liaise effectively with clients and colleagues at various organizational levels
• Punctuality and good time management skills
• Good administrative skills & daily planning skills
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment/technology
• Ability to work under pressure & meet deadlines without fail
• Ability to work without supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work beyond schedules working hours
• Flexibility to travel
• Own reliable transport and a valid unendorsed code 8 driver’s license
• Budgeting Skills
• Ability to Understand and identify cost trends
• Ability to forecast cost
Electives
• Make quick and clear decisions while adapting to changing circumstances
• Manage diverse teams of people from sales through operations while showing respect for views and contributions, building team spirit, and reconciling conflict
• Grow teams and increase productivity through performance management
• Define and measure performance goals and hold self and others accountable to achievement of goals
• Skilled in public speaking and making presentations
• Ability to sell and support the sales process
• Skilled in analytics and process mapping and distilling complex ideas into simple, actionable solutions
• Identify talent and leverage skill sets of team
• Work independently, but within the boundaries prescribed by DSV policies and procedures
Main Purpose of the role
To manage the staff, clients and deliverables of the branch ensuring that it is aligned with the overall objectives of the organization and the resources are fully utilized to ensure optimal delivery of services to our clients.
The Branch Manager is responsible for the financial performance, profitability, service delivery, client retention and operational excellence of the branch while maintaining a client-centric focus.
Duties and Responsibilities
• To manage the delivery of the organization’s objectives through communication, measurement and motivation of the staff
• To interface with shared functions ensuring continues cooperation and interactions with these functions.
• To manage and deliver on our Service Catalogue to clients.
• To manage cost and productivity within the branch or agent ensuring that efficiency and effectiveness is the order of the day.
• To ensure compliance to internal and external controls and other KPI’s set at global and local level.
• To deliver on the bottom-line budget commitments for the branch, enabling the business unit to meet budget.
• To identify opportunities and risks within the business that may impact the business environment and ability to deliver to shareholder commitments.
• Managing people’s performance and growth to create a sustainable business environment.
• Adherence to deadlines and schedules.
• Managing and controlling resources and risk management.
• Administrative duties relevant to the position.
• Interacting with customers at all levels – in person and telephonically.
• Maintain and enforcing existing systems processes and controls with continuous improvement.
• Customer dissatisfaction process, analyse failures with regards to deliveries, client complaints, damages etc to determine root cause and corrective actions.
• Actively managing daily operational performance to consistently achieve performance metric targets.
• Ensure all vehicles owned; leased; hired; rented or supplied from suppliers (including owner driver) must be fully road worthy and compliant to all local legislation.
• Actively drive all initiatives being implemented within the company within the branch per agent.
• Ensure that every branch or agent is managing the branch fleet, maintenance of the branch fleet, condition of the branch fleet
• and fuel consumption of the branch fleet.
• Responsible for implementation, support, monitoring, control and sustaining of all Quality, Safety, Health and Environmental (QSHE) Management Systems and requirements. To ensure that working processes are aligned to the
• approved quality management systems and all legal and commercial requirement.
• Oversee operational activities during peak times when at or visiting branches.
• Ensure that all branches or agents are using the financial tools provided to manage the branch or agency.
• Review and validate that forecasts for the branch or agent for the month and the year are accurate and justifiable.
• Actively manage the P&L costs for the branch, timeously and accurately, duly validating explanations received from branches or agents on variances.
• Accurately budget for the following financial year based on local knowledge and budgeting guidelines.
Manager, Senior Key Accounts, Solutions – Cape Town
Location: Solar City, Matroosfontein, Cape Town
Job Posting Title: Manager, Senior Key Accounts, Solutions
Time Type: Permanent / Full Time
Minimum Requirements: Matric or equivalent
Tertiary Qualification: Preferably in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales or a related field
Advanced degrees (MBA or similar) can be advantageous
Job Related Requirements:
Experience:
– Minimum 10 years experience in logistics industry (eg: transport or warehousing)
– At least 10 years in Consumer (Fashion and Retail) warehousing industry
– At least 5 years Key Account Management Experience with track record of mannaging senior key accounts
Skills:
Communication:
– Strong Verbal and written communication skills, fluent in English
– Verbal Communication: Effectively communicating with various stakeholders, presenting ideas clearly and addressing concerns
– Written Communication: Proficiency in drafting emails, reports and documentation that are clear and concise
– Active Listening: Demonstrate active listening skills to understand stakeholder needs and concerns fully
Relationship Management:
– Stakeholder Engagement: Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, customers and internal teams
– Customer Service Orientation: Understanding and meeting the needs of customers and ensuring their satisfaction
– Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and nurturing strategic partnerships with key suppliers
Negotiation and Conflict Resolution:
– Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation skills for contract discussions, pricing and terms with suppliers and customers
– Conflict Resolution: Handling disputes and conflicts effectively, finding mutually beneficial solutions
Technical Proficiency:
– ERP Systems: Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems like SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics
– Supply Chain Software: Experience with supply chain management software such as Warehouse Management Systems, Transport Management systems
– Advanced Excel & PowerPoint Skills: Competence in using Excel for data analysis, modeling, and reporting and PowerPoint for customer facing material
Strategic Planning and Execution:
– Strategic Thinking: Developing and implementing long-term plans for supply chain improvement and innovation.
– Business Acumen: Understanding the broader business context and aligning supply chain strategies with overall business goals
Interpersonal Skills:
– Empathy: Understanding the perspectives and needs of various stakeholders
– Influence and Persuasion: Ability to influence and persuade stakeholders to support supply chain initiatives and changes
Leadership and Team Management:
– Team Leadership: Leading and motivating a team, managing performance, and fostering a collaborative environment
– Project Management: Skills in planning, executing, and overseeing supply chain projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget
Regulatory and Compliance Knowledge:
– Industry Regulations: Familiarity with relevant industry regulations, compliance standards, and ethical sourcing practices
– Sustainability: Knowledge of sustainable supply chain practices and the ability to implement environmentally friendly initiatives
Adaptability and Flexibility:
– Change Management: Managing and adapting to changes within the supply chain, including technological advancements and market shifts
– Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and navigating cultural differences in a global supply chain context
Electives:
– High work rate, quality of work and attention to detail
– Demonstrate initiative
– Required to be assertive, self-motivated and committed
– High personal integrity
– Must be on time and conscientious about achieving deadlines
Main Purpose of the Role:
At DSV Solutions, our Key Account Managers are at the heart of the business, connecting the dots from every aspect of the business from operations, customers, financial, reporting, and people management.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Key Accounts Manager to join our team in Solutions Consumer vertical, based in Cape Town. The candidate requires a deep understanding of retail and fashion supply chain logistics and coupled with extensive account management experience. Exceptional negotiation and communication skills are essential.
The Key Account Manager is tasked to develop sharp and creative business strategies for different challenges in this fast-moving landscape. Key Account Managers are expected to be entrepreneurs, leading a team of multifunctional resources from the front line. This position will be in responsible for maintaining and expanding a long-term partnership with our customers by continuously engaging, negotiating, seeking solutions, and play a key role in meaningful and effective communication between all parties.
Duties and Responsibilities:
– Develop and sustain solid relationships with key clients of financial importance and high value to accomplish long-term company objectives
– Serving as a trusted business advisor, service expert and single point of contact.
– Work with the customer, operations and commercial to deliver on business objectives.
– Developing, implementing, and evaluating business plans to meet and exceed goals.
– Drive and represent operational performance improvements.
– Interpretation of data into actionable conclusions and developing meaningful insights to stakeholders.
– Translate customer requirements, including forecasts, into actionable plans for operations.
– Managing escalations, including coordination, communications, and follow through on mitigations.
– Tracking, trending, and reporting on market trends, opportunities, and risks.
– Execute customer satisfaction surveys, draw up action plans, supervise and complete them.
– Conduct and coordinate performance reviews with the customers, weekly, monthly, and yearly.
– Ensure customer satisfaction with products and services
– Develop strategic account plants, identify growth opportunities and negotiate contracts, ensuring beneficial terms for both the company and key clients
– Research key customer wants and needs
– Stay abreast with warehousing industry and market trends and best practices
– Identifying new business opportunities within existing accounts and strategizing to expand company footprint in the market
– Measure, track and analyze key account warehousing metrics, using data driven insights to measure success and drive continuous improvements
– Conduct regular business reviews and performance analyses for key accounts, provide valuable insights and recommendations to enhance client partnerships
– Serve as point of contact for key customers and internal teams
– Collaborate with internal teams to deliver exceptional customer experiences and meet client expectations
Key Account Manager, Combo, Road Logistics – Kempton Park
Location: [[Plumbago]]
Job Posting Title: [[Key Account Manager, Combo, Road Logistics]]
Time Type: Full Time
Main Purpose of The Role:
A DSV Road Key Account Manager is responsible for the overall management of specific accounts allocated to the individual. This means having a good understanding of, and influence, on all functions of the account including: Operations, Human Resources, IT and Finance, taking complete ownership for any variances in organizational performance, while continuously mining new opportunities within the current customer base.
The Key account manager will also be expected to continuously look for opportunities and onboard new clients to achieve an overall new business target while protecting and growing the current base.
Minimum Requirements:
• 5 Years sales experience of which at least 3 must be in logistics or solution selling.
• Own Vehicle, driver’s license, ability to work overtime and travel nationally.
Qualifications:
• Matric (Essential).
• Tertiary Qualification will be advantageous.
Elective:
• Logistics, business management qualification.
Computer packages:
• MS Outlook (Advanced).
• MS Excel (Advanced).
• MS Word (Advanced).
• PowerPoint (Advanced).
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Respond to and manage incoming communication from business and customers.
• Conduct Operational, Tactical and Strategic meetings with each customer on regular intervals.
• Produce SLA reports and drive change required.
• Ensure contractual compliance and corporate governance with each customer.
• Manage and maintain customer debtors.
• Keep accurate and up to date records of all customer engagements.
• Identify new opportunities within current customer base.
• Identify new customers within current DSV Road service spectrum.
Additional Job Information:
• A DSV Road Key Account Manager is 100% self-motivated and does not measure professional performance on completing working hours or the defined range of responsibilities. The responsibility is maintaining and growing your accounts in a cost effective and efficient manner while delivering exceptional value to customers.
• The individual would need to understand IT driven logistics and be knowledgeable in implementation and managing such accounts.
• Initiative and total ownership is required to be effective in this role and strong business acumen with professional communication skills is critical.
Senior Manager, Business Development – Kempton Park
Location: Kempton Park
Job Posting Title: Senior Manager, Business Development
Time Type: Full Time
Minimum Requirements
Logistics / Supply Chain / CPIM / CSCP Essential (MBA advantage)
Advanced Computer Literacy level in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Basic knowledge of SharePoint, and MS Visio will be advantageous. Basic knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems and ERPs (working knowledge of Red Prairie & SAP will be advantageous) Knowledge of Automotive production systems would be advantageous) MS Dynamics
Job Related Requirements
C-Level Negotiation Skills High business acumen and problem-solving Skills. Strategic thinking Excellent sales skills (Lions or equivalent)
AND
10 years successfully selling logistics solutions (warehouse & distribution) to large customers
Added Advantages for the role
Understanding of Warehouse Management Systems, Automotive Production Systems, Lean, Co-ordinating and influencing diverse teams. Experience in negotiating with clients at a director or C level. Experience working in the Automotive (Production / Aftermarket) and / or Consumer Retail sectors.
Main purpose of the role
Identify and source profitable, large scale, new business opportunities for DSV Solutions and develop and initiate a sales approach that results in closing new business opportunities to meet or exceed an individual target in support of the overall DSV Solutions New Business target. Drive New business growth in nationally and within our chosen verticals. Manage the solutions design process to produce high quality proposals, profitable solutions that minimize the risk exposure to DSV. Act as the key liaison between DSV Solutions and the Customer. Build a long term / multi year pipeline to support long term Growth targets.
Duties and Responsibilities
Meet or exceed personal new business target with an acceptable profit and risk profile to contribute to the overall DSV Solutions new business target. • Manage the opportunity lifecycle to the opportunity closure. To develop compelling business value propositions for new business opportunities to meet growth targets within the DSV Solutions Business Unit. • Articulate DSV’s value to clients by using industry and DSV knowledge to develop clear value statements of DSV products. • Identification of sources of and calculation of quantified values. To align specific client objectives with the overall DSV Solutions objectives to ensure sustainable growth. • Translation of client strategy and tactical objectives into supply chain requirements • Linking of client strategy and supply chain requirements to DSVs offerings and services To develop and maintain a multi-year, large scale, pipeline of new business opportunities over a defined timeline to ensure continuous growth. • Develop and manage a pipeline to grow the business by 10% per annum. • Ensure all opportunities are accurately and timeously recorded in MS Dynamics (CRM System) and that opportunities are progressed through the sales cycle. To understand and align revenue targets with closing cycles of the business opportunities within the pipeline to ensure consistent growth and accurate forecasting. To take ownership of the tender process to ensure successful sales. • Tenders and RQFs completed on time according to client’s requirements. • Build and articulate the solutions design effectively. • Ensure DSV approval processes are followed, and standards met. • Ensure QA of the final document (proof reading, all inserts, exec summary, etc.) To ensure the successful implementation of the solutions sold, ensuring the revenue is realized. • Solutions/services implemented according to what has been sold. • Client expectations met or exceeded. • Ensure implementation process is followed. • Ensure client sign-off of milestones. • Ensure effective communication between the client and DSV during the implementation phase.
Customer Service Specialist – Pretoria
Location: ZAF – Ford Silverton, Pretoria
Job Posting Title: Customer Service Specialist
Time Type: Full Time
SUMMARY
- Manage all CLIENT transport movements by:
- Monitoring all loads assigned to CSR Routes, assigning available vehicles and drivers to the route in VFT
- Monitor real time Status Updated, either by Mobile App, GPS device and in absence of such update in VFT directly. Using all the relevant systems and confidential information provided timeously within the customer’s SLA
- Ensure the compliance with the CLIENT SLA by all suppliers, DSV and CLIENT plant
- Communicate with RTM and DSV CLIENT plant Management on all exceptions
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Liaise directly with the Suppliers, Drivers, Customer RTMS to ensure TRIP adherence
- Monitor individual trip movements to be executed as provided in the Fine Loads Screen
- Assign appropriate driver and vehicle in VFT to the TRIP
- Monitor assigned vehicle and driver on GPS tracking to ensure on time collection and delivery
- Liaise with suppliers on delays at pickup and escalate to Management and CLIENT RTM
- Report any vehicle breakdown or delays and take corrective action
- Monitor drivers on assigned routes and report any delays and take corrective actions
- Ensure that all loads status updated are updated within VFT within maximum of 15min from time of actual event
- Update VFT with all relevant Supplier and CLIENT references on each load
- Monitor updating of POD’s by Scanning team and ensure loads are completed
- Ensure time of completion of trip times within Trip rate, and should trip Time be exceeded report prior day trips times vs plan for rate escalation
QUALIFICATIONS
- Completed Matric / Grade 12
COMPUTER SKILLS
- VFT TMS
- Microsoft Office Intermediate
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- At least 3 years logistics experience, specifically focussed on Road Transportation and dealing with Superlink Linehauls and Milkruns,
- Prior team leader, Experience in planning and allocation of loads as well as followups and tracking.
- Excellent administration skills required
- Ability to work in cross-functional teams
- Previous experience within a contact centre and Client Services environment
- Previous experience within the Logistics environment highly beneficial
- Be able to work overtime and both day/and/night shifts
- Excellent telephone etiquette
- Ability to think pro-actively and under extreme pressure
Business Development Manager – Kempton Park
Location: Kempton Park
Job Posting Title: Business Development Manager, DAS and Air & Sea
Time Type: Full Time
Main purpose of role
Responsible for our key clients, to retain and grow our existing business and deliver on our retention and sales growth strategy for SSA & Zambia specific trade lane. Develop Africa growth within cross trade and ocean development into and out of Africa.
Job related requirements.
- To meet or exceed personal growth/ development targets with an acceptable profit and risk profile to contribute to the overall business target – All responsible business units.
- Understand and identify key stakeholders within the industry and build relationships at all levels as well as with industry bodies.
- Work closely with all business units to develop customized solutions that differentiate DSV in the market.
- Manage and grow the Cross Border markets (BLNE countries, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Mozambique, Angola, Tanzania & DRC)
- Manage and grow the DSV Africa Service trade lanes development pipeline (Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, Malawi & DRC) of new business opportunities and ensure targets are achieved for each financial year.
- Manage and grow the Zambia markets (Copperbelt specifically)
- Ownership of the tender process for all opportunities.
- Keep updated with DSV Global and country specific developments and legislation that could impact trade with existing and potential clients.
- Competitor analysis and market data analysis to ensure continuous improvement and enhancement to the value proposition.
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance and requirements on key trade lanes servicing the SSA trade.
- Ensure deadlines are met and able to positively influence internal stakeholders to achieve the result.
- Create, execute, and deliver on the sales strategy within Africa by identifying and sourcing profitable new business opportunities.
- Mitigate risk by ensuring detailed implementation of projects and new business within the business.
- Coordinating skilled resources to deliver on retention and sales growth strategy in general.
- Monthly reporting internally to all stakeholders
- Support operational teams in industry related questions/requirements (point of escalation)
- Support and initiate sales initiatives/sales staff in gaining or retaining clients.
- Able to travel nationally, regionally, and internationally when required.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Proven track record of sales achievement and existing customer retention at a senior level within supply chain
Added Advantages
- BCOM or Diploma in Logistics
- Sales / Marketing / Supply Chain or Logistics Management Qualification
- MS Dynamics
- Vast SSA experience operationally and pricing capabilities
- Ability to put together solutions in a highly competitive and pressurized industry.
Tertiary Qualification and experience
- Proven track record in working towards and meeting sales growth targets.
- Minimum 5-10 years’ experience within the logistics/supply chain industry.
- Proven track record in responding to tenders in a procurement environment.
- Matric (essential)
Computer packages
- Basic computer operating skills is an essential
- Office 365 (Teams, OneNote, Forms), MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Process Specialist, Accounts Payable – Kempton Park
Location: Kempton Park
Job Posting Title: Process Specialist, Accounts Payable
Time Type: Full Time
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12
Advanced computer literacy level in MS Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
Intermediate computer literacy level in Excel
Cargo Wise1 experience
Job Related Requirements
Financial Qualification (diploma, Certificate) and/or Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an Accounts Payable role or an operational finance role Experience in a shared services environment is an added advantage
Added Advantages for this role
Excellent communication skills Ability to work under pressure Reconciliation & processing skills Highly organized and good time management skills Problem solving skills – analytical ability Attention to detail Ability to work in a diverse team as well as be self-driven The ability to explain transactions using T-Accounts
The main purpose of the role
To process invoices and credits notes in accordance with the agreed SLA’s within DSV. Compliance or adhering to Tax Regulations and DSV policies. Compile weekly and monthly reporting on processing statistics. Identify and liaise with business (Ops) or suppliers all non compliant documents or processes.
Duties and Responsibilities
Invoice & credit note processing Ensuring that invoices are processed within the agreed SLA’s Ensuring that all invoices being processed are compliant with DSV policies Ensuring that all documents processed are compliant with Tax requirements Managing Cherwell ticketing system Raising and following up with queries on non compliant documents Ensuring that accruals are loaded prior to any invoices / credits being processed Attend to all queries within the timeframe as set out in the SLA Perform root cause analysis and resolve queries related to accounts payable within agreed turnaround times Ensure that both business/operations and RSSC is compliant with all DSV policies, both local and global, at all times Liaise with branch staff as well suppliers and actively manage the timely resolution of discrepancies/dispute and the submission of outstanding invoices for processing and approval Ensure expenses are recorded in the correct accounting periods and the preparation of accruals for month end closing Provide supporting documentation and other audit requirements Perform any ad-hoc duties as required by immediate supervisor or management OTHER DUTIES Supply accurate and timeous processing figures for reporting purposes Meetings with business units as required
Sales Representative – Pinetown
Location: [[Durban]]
Job Posting Title: [[Sales Representative]]
Time Type: [[Fulltime]]
Main purpose of the role
Our sales team is responsible for developing and initiating a sales approach that results in closing new business opportunities to meet or exceed an individual taget in support of the overall DSV Road New Business target. This involves building a short, medium and long term pipeline, to support growth targets.
DSV is an equal opportunity employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
We believe in the power of innovation, collaboration, and growth. As a leading player in our industry, we are dedicated to transforming the landscape through cutting-edge solutions and unparalleled dedication to our clients.
Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Do you have a passion for forging new relationships, driving growth, and making a significant impact in the business world? If so, we have an exceptional opportunity for you!
What do you gain?
- We grow together – you will be part of a fast-growing organisation
- Dynamic environment – exciting work in a changing environment
- Global career development – we build inspiring careers locally and internationally
- Empowerment – we’ll empower you to make a diferrence
- Ownership – we will encourage you to act as if DSV was your own business
- Performance – you’ll join a group of highly dedicated people who strive to improve every day
- Learning – our DSV academy will give you access to knowledge and online as well as instructor led training, which sets us in apart in the sales and customer retention arenas
- Modern and environmentally sustainable facility, centrally located in Guateng, sporting a state of the art gym and canteen
- Commitment to sustainability – science based targets to be Net Zero carbon emissions by 2050 lead operational decisions
The Essentials for our heroes (Requirements)
- Valid unendorsed driver’s license with a reliable vehicle (mandatory)
- 2-3 years of senior key account management and new business sales experience in logistics
- Proven track record in prospecting for new business and meeting targets
- Tender management expertise and ability to sell cross-silo solutions to C-level executives
- Strong grasp of logistics and end-to-end supply chain
- Willingness to travel extensively for client meetings
Added advantages
- Excellent communication skills (Verbal and written)
- Good numeracy skills
Your roadmap to success (Duties and responsibilities)
- Represent the DSV brand with pride and professionalism.
- Maintain and expand the existing client base in the local courier and distribution market for the assigned region, meeting set monthly and annual new business targets.
- Prospect for new business, cultivate a qualified leads pipeline, and convert leads into sustainable billing clients.
- Manage client relationships, including new clients where applicable.
- Provide monthly billing and financial reports to stakeholders.
- Handle general administrative tasks, including daily sales analysis and weekly reporting to the Regional New Business Sales Manager.
- Keep client data up-to-date and acquire new accounts.
- Continuously monitor competitors and industry trends.
- Assist in tender and proposal preparation, including presentations.
- Innovate to create lasting value for customers.
- Achieve monthly and cumulative targets.
- Communicate and implement signed business agreements with stakeholders.
- Manage clients’ debtor days within company requirements.
- Maintain regular inter-departmental communication.
- Identify cross-silo solutions and collaborate with other department heads for successful partnerships.
- Update and maintain the internal CRM system.
- Achieve the expected client call ratio KPI as specified by your Manager.
- Provide day-to-day and weekly/monthly reporting as needed or requested by the Sales Manager.
- Ensure client files are regularly updated in compliance with company procedures and Quality Management System.
- Fulfil any other duties as requested by Management.
Full package deal (Perks, benefits, differentiators)
- Competitive basic salary, lucrative commission structure
- Cell phone allowance
- Re-imbursement for fuel
- Long service awards
- Provident fund contribution
- Annual leave starting at 15 days (Paid annual leave)
- New leadership & growth within DSV Road
Lead Cloud Engineer – Kempton Park
Location: Kempton Park
Job Posting Title: Lead Cloud Engineer
Time Type: Full Time
Tertiary Qualification(s)
• University Degree/College Diploma – Advantageous
Computer Literacy Level
• Advanced MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
Additional Computer Skills
• Azure Cloud knowledge
• Knowledge of Windows operating system.
• MS Office Tools (Excel, Word, Visio)
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Support the Hybrid Computing Platform for one of the largest logistic companies in the world. Work with a group of dedicated colleagues to build our new platform for both public and private clouds. Working with multiple teams in an international environment, you will discover that collaboration and communication is key
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Responsible for future development and maintenance of cloud platforms in DSV.
• The role will focus mainly on development, maintenance, and optimization of the Public Cloud Platform.
• Maintain and develop CI/CD Pipelines
• Design and implement solutions for a greenfield cloud infrastructure platform
• Continuously evaluate and improve our automation and DevOps processes to ensure that we are meeting the needs of our development and operations teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across both infrastructure and application areas
• Be an active team player
Job-related Requirements
• Cloud infrastructure knowledge based on Azure and/or GCP.
• Good understanding of modern DevOps best practices (CI/CD – IaC)
• Knowledge of multiple scripting languages (Terraform, PowerShell, Ansible)
• A solid understanding and hands-on experience with Azure IaaS and PaaS offerings
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a fast-paced global Cloud team
• Have hands-on experience with Agile methodologies (e.g., SAFe & Scrum) and management tools (e.g., JIRA & Confluence)
• Proficient in English – both oral and written communication
Electives
• Ability to work under pressure without constant supervision.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability for systematic and rational analysis to identify the root cause of problems
• An innovative mindset
Industrial Engineer, Graduate – Kempton Park
Location: Kempton Park
Job Posting Title: Industrial Engineer, Graduate
Time Type: Full Time
Main purpose of the role
To join the DSV graduate programme
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12
- Currently in final year of Industrial Engineering degree
- Placements may be in Gauteng or Cape Town
- Intermediate Computer Literacy level in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Benefits of the graduate programme
- Graduates will have access to mentors who will support them throughout the programme
- Opportunities to develop their skills in a multitude of disciplines within the supply chain/logistics industry.
If you are determined to succeed, have a great academic record and are due to have completed your final year of study by December 2024 – apply today!
Senior Broker, Customs, Air & Sea – Kempton Park
Location: DSV Park,Gauteng
Job Posting Title: Senior Broker, Customs, Air & Sea
Time Type: Full time
Main purpose of role
Process and ensure Customs Release for Customs Clearance Declarations for all modes imports and exports according to KPI and Customs Legislation
Understand; apply the Customs Act and it extended schedules in line with processing Customs Declarations all modes.
Manage workflow in the Customs team to process work according to KPI and Customs Legislation
Ensure correct tariff classification process are adhered to for all Customs Declarations and provide tariffs not supplied. Must be able to apply for TDN’s where required.
Ensure that the process for applying the rules of origin is applied to Customs Declarations
Ensure that proper Customs valuation methods are adhered to according to Customs Legislation
Assist and mentor Customs Broker, Customs Assistants and Customs Learners as well as fellow colleagues
Duties and responsibilities
Report any errors and potential risks to management.
• Suggest training required for the team based on issues or errors from capturing of Customs Declarations and application of legislation
• Must be able to go through the SARS, ITAC and Government Gazette to identify updates / amendments so that it can be brought into the team and to ensure we notify clients impacted.
• Understand the requirements / be able to assist with VDN applications.
• Understand the requirements/ be able to assist with Stage Consignment applications.
• Internal Administrative Appeal (IDR) – Be able to advise the process/requirements and be able to put one together and submit to Customs.
• Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) – Be able to advise the process/requirements and be able to put one together and submit to Customs.
Added advantages.
Internal & external customers
SARS
Other governmental agencies
Other operational departments
Sales/CRM
Clients
Tertiary Qualifications
Matric
Computer packages
CW 1, Excel
Minimum requirements
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Customs
Manager, E-Commerce, Solutions – Cape Town
Location: Falcon Crescent, Matroosfontein, Cape Town
Job Posting Title: Manager, E-Commerce, Solutions
Time Type: Full Time / Permanent
Minimum Requirements:
Matric or Equivalent
Tertiary Qualification (advantageous)
Computer Literacy Level:
MS Suite (Intermediate)
Job Related Requirements:
– Minimum 5 years hands-on experience in Managing an Operations and Team, with focus on Customer Satisfaction
– Exceptional leadership and team management abilities
– Results oriented mindset with knack for meeting targets
– Deep understanding of customer behaviour
– Strong communication and collaborative skills
Main Purpose of the Role:
Manage and oversee E-Commerce department within Retail Warehousing environment. Ensure order fulfillment and client demands are met in accordance with SLA.
Duties and Responsibilities:
– Oversee existing and develop new e-commerce platforms to achieve business goals
– Develop and implement e-commerce strategies to drive customer acquisition and retention
– Daily reporting on e-commerce performance
– Continuously improve functionality to assist in customer satisfaction
– Analyse performance data and make data-driven recommendations
– Build strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders
– Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize online experience
– Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and competitor activities to make recommendations for continuous improvement
ZAF – Team Leader – Solutions – Pretoria
Location: [[Pretoria, Silverton ]]
Job Posting Title: [[Team Leader ]]
Time Type: [[Full Time ]]
Qualification(s)
Matric
Computer Literacy Level
• 3-5-year experience in using CMMS3
Additional Computer Skills
- Advantage: 2-year experience and highly effective working knowledge of Production Operations.
- Ability to use CMMS3
- Advance use of mobile device (tablet / smartphone)
Job-related Requirements
- Minimum of 2 – 5 years’ experience in an Automotive logistics environment.
- Ability to read, write and communicate in English fluently and interpret/follow instructions
- Ability to count and do basic subtraction, addition, multiplication and division
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The primary job function will require the use of a MHE to assist in the movement and operational functions such as supply of milkrun, sequenced and kitting parts; picking and loading of stock around the warehouse, assembly lines and assisting departments where necessary with the specific skill of a MHE operator. These MHE drivers are accountable for the safe and efficient operation of all equipment and will be expected to perform all duties as assigned.
As part of a multiskilling team, it may be required for MHE Operators to perform the role of a Material Handler. The General Warehouse Material Handler is responsible for all activities related to Inbound, Outbound, Cycle Counting and performing Value Added Services/Activities as well as housekeeping. This role is also responsible for counting and quality inspections of products, notifying leadership when there are non-conformances, e.g. incidents, damages, discrepancies, etc. In addition, Material Handlers are accountable for the safe and efficient operation of all equipment and will be expected to perform all duties as assigned.
As part of the DSV team, MHE Operators are expected to meet company objectives in the areas of performance, safety, quality and delivery. MHE Operators are always expected to comply with all corporate and site-specific policies and maintain company values.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Operational Movement of stock
- The stock movement function includes but is not limited to, milkrun, sequence and kitting parts in warehouse and assembly facilities, offloading of stock from vehicles put-away’s, loading of stock onto vehicles, and stock relocation. Daily stock checks and stock take as required by the company.
Picking Responsibilities
- The picking functions include, but are not limited to, using a MHE to accurately pick orders to fulfill client demands. MHE drivers must efficiently and accurately pick products and stage in the appropriate areas. All picking functions will be processed as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures.
Quality Control Responsibilities
- The quality control functions include, but are not limited to, using the appropriate documentation to ensure that all products and orders are received, handled and shipped correctly. MHE drivers will verify that products and/or orders meet quality standards, including reporting any damages or discrepancies. All quality control functions will be processed as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures.
Safety, Housekeeping, and Compliance
- All MHE drivers are responsible for executing all safety protocols and will accomplish all job tasks in a manner that promotes safety.
- MHE drivers are responsible for the cleanliness and orderliness of the facility and are required to maintain a clean, neat, orderly work area at all times.
- MHE drivers will comply with all Standard Operating Procedures, corporate and site-specific policies, safety rules, and OSHA/SDS Standards.
Equipment Operation
- In performing assigned duties, the equipment used can include, but is not limited to, MHE only.
- MHE drivers are responsible for the upkeep of equipment and reporting of equipment problems.
- MHE drivers will operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner and follow prescribed work methods.MHE driver is to also ensure all trollies and stillages have been inspected before each and every use and any damaged trollies and stillages is tagged and taken to maintenance workshop.
Tender Manager – Kempton Park
Location: Kempton Park
Job Posting Title: Tender Manager
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12
Advanced Powerpoint, Word, Internet, Experience using MS Dynamics (Advantage)
Job Related Requirements
Minimum of 7 years’ experience in working with management/sales people. Excellent written and spoken English – Must have Experience developing Sales collateral – Must have Aptitude to train and support users – MS Dynamics
Organized and deadline driven
Main purpose of the role
Support the Sales Director as well as the Sales Team with all Tender Submissions as well as any admin related to Sales submissions and work needed. National Admin for Solutions for CRM
Duties and Responsibilities
Tender Management Responsibilities: • Project Manage resources within the Tender Team for the effective execution of tenders • Schedule and co-ordinate tender response meetings • Track progress, identify and highlight any risk that could impact submission response. Content Management: • Co-ordinate between all stakeholders towards creation of compelling content for all external marketing purposes. Stakeholders included but not limited to: Subject matters experts within division/business relevant to campaign, Serious Moonlight (copy writing), Interface Creative (graphic design), 41 Photos (Videographer/Photographer) and other marketing team members. • Define value proposition, purpose, audience, and ROI elements with business stakeholders when scoping the required campaign • Review and approve all content created • Co-ordinate the execution of release of content created based on defined platforms Divisional Tender Management: • Package engaging responsible persons to ensure commercial, technical, and contractual sections are fully reviewed and complied with • Ensure appropriate sign off and legal compliance • Establish and maintain an effective process for tracking and monitoring tender submissions and award status • Initiate, document and communicate post tender evaluation, including lessons learned, highlights and milestones Cross Silo Tender Execution: • Support on cross silo tenders with content creation that is meaningful and compelling • Format and proof prior to tender deadline • Effectively resolve challenges and manage cross-functional teams between different divisions across South Africa to develop and propose a holistic winning solution • Act as primary point of contact and information source within the organisation from receipt of enquiry until award of contract • Develop and implement effective processes to address the complete tender package engaging responsible persons to ensure commercial, technical, and contractual sections are fully reviewed and complied with • Ensure appropriate sign off and legal compliance • Establish and maintain an effective process for tracking and monitoring tender submissions and award status • Initiate, document and communicate post tender evaluation, including lessons learned, highlights and milestones • Ensure holistic flow of our value prop and a oneDSV solution • Achieve stakeholder compliance to requirements to ensure tender sign off achieved on time by MD • Development of Sales Collateral in support of tender management: • Review content requirements based on trends identified in tender requests. • Create compelling content that is engaging and relevant to the tender, in support of developing a winning solution. • Engage with SME’s to extract the intellectual property to support the content development in specific areas. • Consistently review and update content available for use, across multiple forms/mediums based on business requirements
• Ensure all company documents and certificates maintained and up to date available on Sales Hub • Ensure all documents adhere to brand identity • Update all group and divisional presentations are up to date and accurate CRM Responsibilities The National Administrator (NA) is appointed by local management to assist in the support and adoption of MS Dynamics. The NA should ensure that they have a close dialogue with the end users which for example could to be used in gathering their feedback related to the system etc. User Licenses • Request the setup of new users in MS Dynamics via the internal channels • Request the deletion of users who have either left DSV or no longer need to use MS Dynamics • Ensure the correct licensed users are using MS Dynamics Training • Onboarding and Training of New MS Dynamics users within the area of responsibility • Ensure that all users are aware of the training material/information on the CRM SharePoint site • Perform regular training (refresher) sessions to ensure that all end users are kept up to date with the latest updates & features in MS Dynamics Support to Sales Team: • Provide 1st level support to all users within nominated Countries/Divisions • Log in Issues, incorrect browser, general queries and functionality of MS Dynamics etc • Supporting end users to make changes to their records if they face issues (as NA’s can maintain all records) • Distinguish if the reported issue is IT or Business relevant then raise the issue to the correct team e.g. IT support team (via Cherwell) or CRM biz team • Active Participation in the Biweekly NA calls which are used to share information on bug fixes, new releases, best practices etc • Assign or change account owners to the existing accounts or transferring records within CRM • Sharing best practices learned to end users • Ensuring good data quality together with local management • Drive adoption of MS Dynamics together with local management Reporting • Download reports requested by management as the NA can download up to 100,000 rows of information compared to a normal user of 250 rows) • Assisting users/management with regards to general reporting & Dashboards • Perform or coordinate any changes within MS Dynamics that maybe requested by the CRM team Testing • The NA shall participate in any testing that may be required prior to the release of new changes or a bug fix etc. (especially if the NA raised the original ticket) Function- / Market & Industry Knowledge / Process working • General Functional know-how in air / sea / /road / solutions • Knowledge of DSV’s local strategy • General MS Dynamics know how Skills & Competencies (could be considered by local management) • Good overall understanding of sales • Ability to manage cross-functional interfaces • Strong organisational skills (prioritise, plan, assign and control) • Network and relationship building • Good Communication & interpersonal skills • Analytical Skills (Analysing referrals / Creative thinking) • Result focused & Detail Orientated
Sales Representative, New Business, Road Logistics – Kempton Park
Location: ZAF – Kempton Park, Serengeti Blvd (DSV Park Gauteng)
Job Posting Title: Sales Representative, New Business, Road Logistics
Time Type: Full Time
Main Purpose of the Role
The main purpose of this role is to sign up new accounts and to maintain and grow existing customer base for the allocated Branch and meet monthly and annual retention targets.
Strategic accounts need to be signed up and the implementation of these accounts need to be managed by the candidate.
Minimum Requirements ( Non-negotiable)
Grade 12 / Matric
Proficient in MS Office
2-3 years Senior Key Account Management & New Business sales experience
Experience in prospecting for new business with focus on Intercontinental and BLNE
Experience in all aspects of customs processes for International Courier shipments
Experience in achieving new business targets set and tender management
Experience in selling cross silo solutions and presenting to C Level
Skills and Competencies
Strong administrative skills with high attention to detail
Strong business development skills
Professional conduct & appearance always
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain and grow the existing client base in the Road Logistics market for the allocated Region and meet monthly and annual retention targets that have been set.
Prospect for new business and develop a qualified pipeline of leads and convert to actual billing sustainable clients.
Manage client relationships, both existing and new where applicable.
Monthly billing and financial reporting shared with the various stakeholders.
General administrative duties – daily.
Represent the DSV brand.
Analysis of sales related information and report weekly to Regional New Business Sales Manager.
Maintaining client data and update regularly.
Continuous reporting on competitor and industry analysis.
Assist in tender/proposal production and delivery. (Preparation and presentation)
Create sustainable value for customers by adopting an innovative approach to their business.
Ensure that the required monthly and accumulative targets are met.
Implementation and communication of signed business is shared with all stakeholders.
Management of debtor’s days of clients within the company’s requirements.
Ensure regular Inter department communication.
Identifying cross silo solutions and work with other Department heads to ensure successful partnerships
Ensure all client files are updated and maintained as per the company procedures and Quality Management System.
Carry out any other duties as may be requested by Management.
Update and maintain the internal CRM System.
Meet the expected client call ratio KPI as indicated by your Manager.
Logistics Engineer, Applications – Kempton Park
Location: Kempton Park
Job Posting Title: Logistics Engineer, Applications
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12
A diploma or degree in Logistics, Supply Chain or Industrial Engineering (or other engineering qualification) an advantage
Excel Intermediate to advanced is required.
All other Microsoft office applications experience is advantageous
Key user of Warehouse Management Systems preferably JDA Dispatcher (Red Prairie)
Job Related Requirements
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Logistics or Business / Data Analysis. Unendorsed license & own transport; Ability to travel around Gauteng, South Africa & International; Excellent written & verbal communications skills; Strong interpersonal skills & able to work in a collaborative & teambased environment; Aptitude to multi-task & employ effective problem solving abilities
Added Advanages for the role
1+- years working in the Logistics/ Supply chain environment will be beneficial. Exposure and /or a keen interest in the following areas would be advantageous: o Experience with WMS (Blue Yonder Dispatcher) (JDA, Red Prairie) o Industrial engineering o Business analysis o Logistics and Supply Chain o CIP / Lean methodologies o Production logistics and warehousing o Retail / FMCG warehousing o Good working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel. Exposure to the Microsoft Power Suite will be a big advantage o Good understanding of Databases o Ability to work with data o Robotic Process Automation o Warehouse process optimization o Process gap analysis o Warehouse Best Practices: w.r.t. warehousing processes and inventory management, e.g. WERC, SCOR, etc.
Main purpose of the role
Form part of the team responsible for designing, planning and implementing warehousing and production logistics solutions. This role directly supports company objectives and contributes to identifying, analyzing & developing valueadding and robust solutions for current & prospective customers. Supporting current implementations of WMS and performing the interactive role between operations, the client and the WMS supplier/ vendor. As a WMS engineer, you will mainly carry out projects aimed at setting up and optimising logistics information systems/applications. It is vital for the success of this position for the candidate to effectively align customer needs and solutions, with DSV values, policies and Solutions strategy to directly support sustainable and profitable business.
Duties and Responsibilities
To form part of a WMS implementation team throughout the implementation process including the following activities: o Warehouse process analysis o Warehouse process optimization o Process gap analysis o Implementation documentation creation o WMS modification design o Interface mapping o Data setup o Data build and data loading o System setup o System and modification testing o Business readiness testing o Interface testing o Form part of Continuous Improvement programme by identifying and implementing Continuous improvements in operational/ systemic areas. Travel: Reasonable local and international travel requirement to use knowledge, skills and experience in support of relevant DSV business objectives.
Warehouse Management Systems: Knowledge of key functions and features of systems used by DSV, in support of solutions development, sales activities and implementations; Knowledge of RedPrairie/ Blue Yonder/ JDA will be beneficial. Support: Support current instances of WMS implementations; Assessments of current WMS solutions Liaison with various global IT teams including EDI. IT Solutions and support, Global BCM application engineering
Business Development Manager, Sky Services – Cape Town
Location: Johannesburg, OR Tambo
Job Posting Title: Business Development Manager, Sky Services
Time Type: Full Time
Main Purpose of the Role:
The main purpose of the role is to gain new business in the market as well as maintain new business secured, whilst increasing the logistics spend of each customer.
Ability to compile rates proposals/Estimates and presentations
Ability to conduct customer implementation
All administrative functions within the sales environment. Eg: Estimates, rates proposals & crm
Duties & Responsibilities:
Attend and complete the designated training for this program
Executive level engagement
Operational implementation of new business signed.
Contract negotiations
Profit maximization
Tender, proposal and contract development
Stakeholder account and relationship management
Business value propositions
Consultative selling
Opportunity analysis and qualification
Fulfill reporting requirements including but not limited to CRM Tool management
Tertiary Qualification:
Sales Courses
Job-Related Requirements:
Minimum of 5 years C&F sales experience.
Exposure to Air/Ocean Reefer/Perishable operations or sales will be advantageous.
Freight Forwarder, Air Export, Sky Services – Kempton Park
Location: OR Tambo, Cargo Section
Job Posting Title: Freight Forwarder, Air Export, Sky Services
Time Type: Full Time
Main Purpose of The Role
Completion of all export / import documents as prescribed by relevant local and international authorities.
Communication with clients, airlines, and all relevant departments.
Airline reservations and bookings
Job- Related Requirements
- Matric
- Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in air freight exports and / or imports.
- General understanding of industry and related job requirements for freight forwarding.
- Ability to liaise effectively with clients and airlines, both telephonically and via e-mail.
- Processing of export related documents, i.e., AWB, SAD500, EUR1, SADC
Skills/Competencies
- Good communication skills, both verbally and written
- Ownership and self-motivation, to ensure any challenge is addressed immediately and resolved as soon possible.
- Having all round understanding of the airfreight function to ensure solutions can be provided in a timely manner.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Positive outlook and team player
- Willingness to learn and adaptable to change.
- Results, quality and detail driven.
- General knowledge of available airlines and applicable routes
- Self-confident and resilient.
Computer Literacy
- CargoWise understanding and previous experience would be beneficial
- Excel / Word intermediate knowledge
- Strong Windows / Office / Outlook understanding and competency
Duties and responsibilities
- Processing / issuing of all export documentation: AWB, SAD, Phytosanitary certificate, PPECB, COO’s, etc.
- Airline bookings as per rate agreements
- Liaising with clients via e-mail, and telephonically
- Maintaining of bookings lists
- Daily tracking of shipments
- Updating clients on status of shipments
- Daily shipment / warehouse planning
- Liaising with warehouse regarding deliveries / collections
- SARS acquittals
All the best with your applications.
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