Outbound Assistant Manager

Job Title:
Outbound Assistant Manager

Location:
Gauteng

Reporting to:
Outbound/Operations Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and coordinate all outbound logistics and dispatch activities
• Manage and monitor transport scheduling and route planning
• Ensure orders are accurately picked, packed, and dispatched within set timelines
• Maintain daily, weekly, and monthly performance and volume reports using advanced Excel
• Assist in managing a team of drivers and outbound staff to ensure productivity and compliance
• Implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs
• Coordinate closely with internal departments such as inventory, sales, and customer service
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and transport regulations
• Support the Outbound/Operations Manager with administrative and operational duties

Minimum Requirements:

• 5 years' experience in an outbound or transport/logistics coordination role
• Must come from a logistics, distribution, or supply chain background
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, dashboards, )
• Strong leadership and coordination skills
• Excellent communication and problem-solving ability
• A relevant qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Business Management
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Flexible to work extended hours when required

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• Proactive and results-driven
• High attention to detail
• Team player with leadership potential
• Excellent time management and planning abilities

Desired Skills and Experience

Experience:
* 5 years' experience in an outbound or transport/logistics coordination role
* Must come from a logistics, distribution, or supply chain background
* Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, dashboards, etc.)
* Strong leadership and coordination skills
* Excellent communication and problem-solving ability
* A relevant qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Business Management
* Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
* Flexible to work extended hours when required

Skills:
* Strong analytical and reporting skills
* Proactive and results-driven
* High attention to detail
* Team player with leadership potential
* Excellent time management and planning abilities