Operations Manager

We are recruiting on behalf of a client for an Operations Manager to coordinate the end-to-end movement of mined commodities across road transport, storage facilities, port operations and ocean freight. The successful candidate will be a hands-on subject matter expert who can manage multiple stakeholders, optimise logistics networks and provide practical solutions in a fast-changing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate trucking, port operations, warehousing and ocean freight shipments in line with production plans and contractual obligations.
• Manage stock movements on the road and across storage locations, ensuring accurate reporting and control.
• Align transport allocations with mine production and outbound logistics requirements.
• Build productive relationships with offtakers, logistics service providers, shipbrokers, port authorities, warehouses and sampling agents.
• Monitor delivery performance, load optimisation, transit times and transportation costs.
• Identify operational risks and implement effective contingency plans.
• Analyse market trends and recommend operational improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
• Manage schedules, stock positions, forecasts and monthly operational statistics.
• Lead and develop a team of coordinators while promoting collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Support commercial negotiations and ensure compliance with applicable shipping regulations and Incoterms.

Requirements:

• Matric and a relevant tertiary qualification.
• Strong experience in commodity logistics, freight, shipping or a related operational environment.
• Sound knowledge of contract management, international shipping regulations, Incoterms and compliance requirements.
• Understanding of the economic, commercial, technical and political factors affecting shipping markets.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to analyse stock and operational data.
• Proven negotiation and stakeholder-management experience.
• Strong planning, risk-management, communication and problem-solving abilities.
• A resilient, adaptable and detail-focused approach, with the ability to perform under pressure.
• A proactive and collaborative leadership style with excellent follow-through.

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