Transport Manager Keda Zambia Ceramics Company Limited

KEDA Zambia Ceramics is a leading manufacturer of high-quality ceramic tiles in Zambia, committed to excellence and innovation in the building materials industry. As part of the global KEDA Group, we uphold a strong reputation for product reliability and customer satisfaction.

This role offers the opportunity to oversee our transportation operations and contribute to the continued success and growth of our company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Dispatch vehicles according to the Dispatch Rules every day and complete the Daily Dispatch Report on time every day
• Dump -17;00 every day, complete TMS stowage for each car, distribution-market distribution T+0 and outer area T+1,
• Update the basic data table of dump and the basic data table of distribution every day and send the daily distribution of points
• Responsible for the end-to-end management of some transportation routes to ensure adequate transportation capacity and timely delivery rate
• Provide information resources for main line analysis form on the 20th day of each month
• Timely collect and update the information required for the Main Tariff Analysis Form and check the main line Tariff analysis Form on the first day of each Month
• Timely update and maintain the list of carrier Contracts of the ministry of Transportation
• Train employees of the department on demand and on a quarterly basis through Job Responsibilities, Organizational structure and TO-DO-LIST and Provide KPI data
• Introduce new carriers to complete the Carrier Back Transfer Risk Assessment Form
• Develop and implement transportation strategies to optimize efficiency and reduce costs while maintaining high standards of service.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Relevant work experience may substitute for a degree.
• Proven experience (Over 3 years) in transportation management, preferably within the manufacturing or related industry.
  Strong knowledge of logistics and transportation regulations and best practices.
• Excellent leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to manage a diverse team.
• Proficiency in using transportation management software and MS Office Suite.
• Effective communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
  Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.