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The role needs to ensure operations are managed in accordance with the DSV standards, policies, and procedures. Ensure that the DSV strategy, goals and initiatives are cascaded down through the organization into the various areas of the operation. Support and actively participate in development services and solutions to complement DSV’s offering to the Automotive industry.\nDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:\nFord Operations:\nFull accountability and leadership on all aspects of the Ford Silverton operations in Gauteng,\nAccountable for all initiatives implemented across these operations, including potential new scope. • Meeting of all customer SLAs.; Compliance of sites to DSV standards; SHERQ - achieve minimum requirements;\nImplement and maintain Quality Management System at all departments.\nBe involved in unlocking synergies within operations to improve competitiveness of solution; Drive synergies with other DSV\nbusiness units, where possible, to improve operational performance.\nClient Relationships:\nEnsuring client’s needs and expectations are consistently met within scope of the SLA.\nClient interaction and issue resolution to ensure client satisfaction.\nStructured management reviews to review performance and discuss strategic initiatives.\nCommercial / Financial:\nThorough understanding and application of contract and service level agreement to achieve account stability and\nprofitability.\nResponsible for P&L and Accounting queries for Operations\nClaims resolution, investigate and understand claim details per incident, report internally and negotiate and process\ncompensation when valid.\nIdentify and support initiatives to further improve account profitability.\nOperational Performance:\nActively managing daily operational performance to consistently achieve performance metric targets.\nDelivering on client and internal continuous improvement requirements and driving Lean culture\nInternal stakeholder communication management ensure agreed to meetings, conference calls and forums are planned and\nconducted internally as agreed to by all stakeholders, this is an ongoing requirement.\nCustomer dissatisfaction process analyses failures with regards to deliveries, client complaints, damages etc. to determine\nroot cause and corrective actions.\nFollow through on corrective actions and close the Corrective and Preventative Actions Process\nPeople Management:\nFirm and consistent approach to ongoing performance measurement and management of team.\nEnsure effective resourcing in all departments to deliver the expected services.\nResolution of all IR issues in conjunction with HR.\nCoaching and mentoring of team to achieve client objectives.\nIndividual Development Plans and succession plans in place for all critical roles.\nDrive training interventions to close skills gaps in operations.\nAbility to handle conflict in any situation as may be required.\nClient Expectations:\nMonthly KPI dashboard consolidation and reporting, root cause analysis and corrective action implementation and tracking.\nLaunch Activities:\nActively manage and support all launch related activities - Manage the Change, new launch programs, change control and\nobsolescence management at Ford Assembly Plant.\nEnsure operational readiness to support programs.\nDSV - Global transport and logistics\nWorking at DSV means playing in a different league.\nAs a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.\nWith close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.\nAt DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work - we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company - this is the place to be.\nStart here. Go anywhere\nVisit dsv.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.\nDisclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV’s Employment Equity plans. 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