ABBY MAHLANGU
Logistician
CENTURION,GAUTENG
Summary
Capable Contract Manager with extensive background overseeing contracts for services.
Forward-thinking Operations Specialist bringing 9 years of expertise in Logistics industry.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CONTRACT SUPERVISOR/ACTING CONTRACT MANAGER
UNITRANS SUPPLY CHAINS SOLUTIONS
1 2023 - Current
- Duties & Responsibilities EffectiveResponsibilitiesEffective management of operational processes and contracts/service
* Develop and maintain procedures which relate to day to day operational requirements
* Ensure proper routing of deliveries and scheduling of vehicles to achieve delivery targets as per customer requirements.
* Vehicle downtime is monitored, controlled and kept to a minimum
* Monitor fleet constantly to ensure
* Vehicle, driver and cargo security
* Optimal usage of fuel
* No unnecessary route deviation
* Ensure adherence to procedures pertaining to
* Loading and offloading procedures (as per client requirements)
* Safety and security standards
* Optimal allocations of vehicles and staff
* Timeous vehicle inspection
* Identify, implement and maintain site/ depot specific requirements as per legislation, policy and customer requirements
* Manage and control vehicle hire and maintenance
Attend to and manage
* Tyre tracking and scraping requirements
* Tyre costs, quality. Suppliers agreement
* Tyre management system
Effective customer relationship management
* Undertake effective client relationship management
* Including client entertainment when necessary
* Audit the quality of service provided through personal interaction with the customer on an ongoing basis and timeous corrective action is taken when required
* Monitoring and measuring
Management of financial and administration requirements
* Monitor and Manage costs
* Undertake accurate and timeous forecasting
* Screen all suppliers by comparing costs, quality products and BEE
* Authorize and submit cash book payments so that the costs are correctly allocated
* Report weekly on projects contract revenue, kilometers and profits
* Monitor and reconcile
* Daily kilometers travelled
* Monitoring fuel
* Rectify problematic vehicle or drivers
* Report on performance of the contact on a monthly basis
* Manage and control all assets that are acquired and disposed of according to the relevant procedure and ensure accurate recording
Management of safety, health, environment and quality
* Manage housekeeping, safety and quality by ensuring that all housekeeping audits are conducted regularly and that corrective action is taken if required. This includes
* Condition of the vehicle
* Appearance of drivers
* Appearance of offices
* Manage accidence and insurance
* Ensure accident report keeping system is maintained
* Safety and security orientation
* Implement and manage an effective SHEQ system addressing all safety risks
Effective management of human resources
* Effective Performance management
* Develop performance standards
* Measure performance accordingly for each position
* Conduct Performance Reviews and evaluate performance on a regular basis
* Coach and provide feedback on possible areas that can be developed or rectified
* Correct performance when required and discuss problem areas and discuss possible actions that can be undertaken
* Ensure effective record keeping by maintaining personal files for all subordinates
* Develop a Workplace Skills Plan by assessing the development and training required by subordinates
* Undertake purposeful recruitment as per operational requirements in line with Recruitment Procedures
* Ensure that planned progress is made in terms of the Employment Equity Plan
* Monitor employees remuneration and benefits and compare the monthly staff costs with budgeted allocations
* Grievance
* Human resources report monthly - Conducted regular contract audits to identify areas of non-compliance and recommend corrective actions.
- Reduced costs by negotiating favorable terms with vendors and suppliers.
DISPATCH SUPERVISOR
UNITRANS SUPPLY CHAINS SOLUTIONS
11.2019 - 12.2023
- Conduct briefing and debriefing sessions
- Manage drivers
- Conduct Disciplinary measures
- Manage fleet Implementing checks and controls
- Manage safety
- Manage the vehicles on Company tracking system
- Manage the efficient planning/routing of vehicles and efficient use
- Manage driver performance through the relevant systems
- Plan and co-ordinate driver onsite inductions, annual refresher training, annual medicals and on road training in line with company policies and procedures
- Manage customer service
- Manage drivers' risk.
FLEET MANAGER (BWE)
BARLOWORLD TRANSPORT
12.2017 - 07.2019
- Schedule and route the fleet
- Manage fleet maintenance and appearance
- Ensure that all fleet vehicles are roadworthy and that relevant certificates are displayed
- Maintain the fleet database using the relevant systems
- Supervise the scheduling and co-ordination of the drivers
- Manage driver performance through the relevant systems
- Drive employee engagement
- Manage driver disciplinary and grievance issues
- Plan and co-ordinate driver onsite inductions, annual refresher training, annual medicals and on road training in line with company policies and procedures
- Manage customer service
- Manage drivers' risk
- Adhere to the company's Road Traffic Safety Management System
- Efficiently Facilitate attendance to break downs of fleet.
- Streamlined operations to increase productivity and oversaw employees to maximize outcomes.
- Evaluated fleet performance metrics regularly to identify areas for improvement, leading to increased productivity and revenue growth.
- Managed a diverse team of drivers, maintenance crews, and administrative staff which contributed to improved collaboration and efficiency in the workplace.
- Increased fleet efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and scheduling regular vehicle inspections.
FLEET CONTROLLER
BARLOWORLD TRANSPORT (LOGISTICS) MINING
08.2016 - 11.2017
- Plan for collection and on time delivery of products
- Conduct briefing and debriefing sessions
- Manage drivers
- Conduct Disciplinary measures where necessary
- Manage fleet
- Manage safety and risk
- Manage the vehicles on Company tracking system
- Manage the efficient planning/routing of vehicles and efficient use/application of fleet.
- Worked with drivers, customers and company personnel to resolve service issues, routing and planning and mechanical problems.
- Managed daily fleet operations to guarantee optimal utilization of resources and minimize downtime.
- Reduced fuel consumption for cost savings with regular vehicle maintenance and driver training programs.
- Improved fleet efficiency by implementing strategic route planning and scheduling systems.
ASSISTANT OPERATIONS MANAGER
BIDDULPHS INTERNATIONAL
09.2015 - 02.2016
- Manage crew planning
- Transport management
- Bookings for Domestic & International removals
- Compile monthly revenue reports
- Manage allocations of funds
- Supervise office and household removals
- Resolve client queries.
DEMAND BUYER, SUPPLY CHAIN
BUSINESS CONNEXIONS
07.2014 - 08.2015
- Compile orders using company purchasing system
- Manage quote solicitation from external clients
- Placing orders with suppliers
- Processing invoices for payment
- Solving supplier queries
- Manage goods received vouchers with logistics department.
JNR SITE MANAGER (INTERN)
GP RETAIL OPERATIONS
01.2014 - 07.2014
- CAP investigating (picking department)
- Recruitment of general staff
- Staffing for receiving department
- Operational support (Receiving department)
- Working on the AS400 System
- Compiling performance reports
- Resolving warehouse queries
- Compiling and attending to warehouse admin.
Education
Baccalaureus Technologiae - Logistics - Logistics Management
TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Pretoria 04.2001 - 04.2014
National Diploma - Logistics -
TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Pretoria, South AfricaGrade 12 - undefined
MAKGETSE HIGH SCHOOL
Skills
Technical knowledge
Procurement expertise
Contract Administration
Legal Compliance
Cost Control
Dispute Resolution
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Problem-solving abilities
Decision-Making
Effective Communication
Personal Information
- ID Number: 9110265562080
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code C
- Marital Status: Married
References
- Johan Grobler, UNITRANS SUPPLY CHAINS SOLUTIONS, 0788511499/ 0873650578
- Eric Radebe, BARLOWORLD TRANSPORT, 0119742000
- John Chauke, BIDDULPHS INTERNATIONAL, 0119742000
- Nicole Phukuile, BUSINESS CONNEXION, 0112665249
- Lucus Matlapeng, GP RETAIL OPERATIONS, 0126754215 / 0787094154
Timeline
DISPATCH SUPERVISOR
UNITRANS SUPPLY CHAINS SOLUTIONS
11.2019 - 12.2023
FLEET MANAGER (BWE)
BARLOWORLD TRANSPORT
12.2017 - 07.2019
FLEET CONTROLLER
BARLOWORLD TRANSPORT (LOGISTICS) MINING
08.2016 - 11.2017
ASSISTANT OPERATIONS MANAGER
BIDDULPHS INTERNATIONAL
09.2015 - 02.2016
DEMAND BUYER, SUPPLY CHAIN
BUSINESS CONNEXIONS
07.2014 - 08.2015
JNR SITE MANAGER (INTERN)
GP RETAIL OPERATIONS
01.2014 - 07.2014
Baccalaureus Technologiae - Logistics - Logistics Management
TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
04.2001 - 04.2014
CONTRACT SUPERVISOR/ACTING CONTRACT MANAGER
UNITRANS SUPPLY CHAINS SOLUTIONS
1 2023 - Current
National Diploma - Logistics -
TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Grade 12 - undefined
MAKGETSE HIGH SCHOOL
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