Logistics Manager Dry Chemicals & Nitrates
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Location: Secunda, South Africa
Company: Sasol
Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 70-year heritage. Through our talented people, we use our expertise and selected technologies to safely and sustainably source, manufacture and market chemical and energy products globally. When you join Team Sasol, you are joining a company that puts people at the center of everything we do.
Sasol invests in its employees along every stage of the career path and offers development opportunities to help you cultivate your career in a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.
Job Req ID
8292
Closing Date
16 April 2025
Business Unit
MSA: SA Chemicals Marketing & Sales |
City/Town
Secunda
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
Required Personal and Professional Skills
Sasol is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Inspired by our Purpose of “Innovating for a better world”, Sasol acknowledges that diversity is intrinsic to the fabric of our organisation and is the key to our growth and success. Sasol is committed to the full inclusion of all suitably qualified individuals. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups and people with disabilities according to Sasol’s Employment Equity Plan. This includes reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
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