Purpose of Job

• To oversee all aspects of vehicle and storage scheduling and product movement for the assigned portfolio within Logistics, in accordance with the distribution plan.
• To ensure the most efficient utilization of Sasol assets and external logistics resources, balancing speed and responsiveness against cost.
• To ensure sufficient integration with internal and external stakeholders to enable the best possible version of the Outbound Logistics Operations’ function.

Key Accountabilities

• Oversee adherence of assigned logistics portfolio to meet Legal, Safety and Internal governance requirements and lead initiatives to address to drive business improvement in aeras such as performance, compliance and cost containment. Display effective leadership in leading, fostering and coaching a Logistics Operations team.
• Effectively engage internal and external stakeholders to drive improved logistical performance and positive outcomes though mutual cooperation, metrics setting, evaluations and improvement initiatives while being able to effectively have crucial conversations and managing conflict.
• Provide measurable, safe and cost-effective solutions to logistical/business challenges using systems, processes and procedures while maintaining sound governance and safety standards.
• Use analytical skills and technical expertise to identify and implement solutions to challenges which may include projects or providing sufficiently packaged information supporting such.
• Provide accurate summarized information as per Senior Management requirements.
• Actively prepare to lead or participate in forums as required with relevant documenting of these.
• Manage inventory movements, mass balances and other requirements as required by product group.
• Amplify Outbound Logistics Operations contributions to Sasol’s bottom line through innovation, leadership and operational discipline.

Formal Education

• University Bachelor’s Degree

Working Experience

• 6+ relevant years experience