Lead Controller Poly Ethylene
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Location: Sasolburg
Company: Sasol
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Job Req ID
9085
Closing Date
21 November 2025
OME
Sasolburg & Natref Ops
City/Town
Sasolburg
Role Category
Process Optimisation
Purpose of Job
To coordinate all activities relating to vehicle scheduling and movement control as part of the facilities management business process within outbound Supply Chain operations.
To liaise with the LCC, Org Unit representatives and PL services providers.
To ensure internal coordination of onsite logistics activities including the vehicle inspection, queuing, call up, weighing and shunting functions
Key Accountabilities
Execute the allocation of inventory or production capacity coordination. This includes implementing the sales and operations plan, managing the inflow of orders, prioritisation of the orders for distribution, and liaising with transport/distribution to ensure dispatch in line with priorities and allocations.
Implement defined frameworks, policies and guidelines. Communicate continuous improvement opportunities of vehicle movement and slot booking system.
Measure, benchmark and implement the closure of gap plan.
Ensure compliance to all legal requirements, business rules, policies and internal controls as well as reviews and updates.
Execute operational activities to ensure the efficient implementation of LCC schedule and optimal utilization of LOC loading facilities. Provide updated and accurate Supply Chain information.
Monitor and manage transport. This includes, tracking and tracing of shipments, reviewing of exception reports, taking corrective action, recording demurrage and resolving transport-related issues.
Implement transport operational management, focusing on the process of moving cargo from the distribution requirements planning, load planning, route planning, vehicle scheduling and the assurance of quantity and quality.
Manage schedule and safety adherence for activities that interface with external service providers.
Execute the receiving, loading stock management, storage and pipeline logistics.
Formal Education
Post School Tertiary Diploma
Working Experience
5+ relevant years
Required Personal and Professional Skills
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