BOC Gases Transport Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

BOC Kenya Limited is a market leader in industrial and medical gases, welding equipment and consumables, medical equipment and related services. 

The Company operates to the highest global standards and has access to the latest in cutting edge research and technologies provided by its parent company, The Linde Group of Germany. 

The company has established subsidiaries in Tanzania and Uganda with a distribution network of resellers within the East African Region.

A candidate is sought to fill the following position based in Nairobi.

Transport Manager
 

The purpose of this role is to effectively manage the distribution of company products to customers.
 

The key areas of responsibilities are:

• Maintain best operating practice with respect to transport management.
• Ensure alignment, effective implementation and on-going adherence to transport policies, procedures, systems and standards.
• Ensure optimum utilization of the company vehicle fleet.
• Manage maintenance of all vehicles located within the region.
• Conduct regular inspections of vehicle repairs/maintenance at various service provider sites ensuring that repairs and maintenance are in line with manufacturer’s specification and company standards.
• Ensure adherence to ACTSAFE.
• Ensure all drivers are up to date with driver training as well as Traccess.
• Timely investigate incidents and accidents and prepare reports.
• Oversee the distribution function to ensure all product deliveries are in line with company standards.
• Timely resolve any challenges that may hinder scheduled product delivery to customers.

The successful candidate should possess a Bachelor of Science degree in automotive/mechanical engineering with 10 years extensive distribution experience.

The position is best suited to individuals who are exceptionally customer focused; have sound communication, interpersonal, negotiating and problem solving skills. 

The candidate must be results driven and be able to work without supervision in a team environment. 

The applicant must also be willing to travel and possess a valid driver’s license.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Human Resources Manager
BOC Kenya Limited
P.O.Box 18010 - 00500
Nairobi

Closing Date: 13th October 2014