Hi R***d, I hope you’re doing well. I’m J***e, an HR Recruiter at StrategyBrain, and I came across your profile,your extensive track record leading transport and distribution operations at I***l really stood out. We’re currently partnering with G***s to fill a Senior Transport Operations Manager role, focused on optimizing end-to-end transport, managing budgets and KPIs, and leading a strong dispatch team. Would you be open to a brief chat to explore this opportunity further? Looking forward to your thoughts. Best regards, J***e HR Recruiter, StrategyBrain

Hi R***d, Great to hear you’re interested! Here’s a quick overview of G***s and the Senior Transport Operations Manager role: Company Snapshot • A 200,500-strong logistics and supply-chain specialist • Collaborative, customer-focused culture that values operational excellence and continuous improvement Role Highlights 1. Lead end-to-end transport and distribution operations to ensure on-time, cost-effective deliveries 2. Develop and manage transport budgets, KPIs and forecasts,leveraging your I***l experience in fuel consumption and route efficiency 3. Oversee fleet maintenance, safety inspections and full regulatory compliance 4. Mentor and schedule a team of drivers and dispatch staff, driving performance reviews and training programs 5. Partner with warehouse, production and sales teams to align distribution plans with demand forecasts Why This Role Matters • High visibility: You’ll report directly to the Head of Operations and influence company-wide transport strategy • Growth potential: Clear path toward Director-level responsibility in a fast-growing business • Strong support: Dedicated analytics, training and maintenance teams to help you hit your targets • Competitive package: Market-aligned salary, performance bonus and benefits Does this align with what you’re looking for? If yes, I’d love to set up a quick call to dive deeper. How does either of these slots work for you (SAST)? • Tuesday, May 14 at 3:00 PM • Wednesday, May 15 at 11:00 AM Let me know which suits you best,or share your availability,and I’ll send a calendar invite. Looking forward to our conversation! Best regards, J***e HR Recruiter, StrategyBrain

Hi R***d, Thanks for flagging these,happy to clarify. For the Senior Transport Operations Manager role at G***s, the base salary is aligned with market benchmarks in South Africa, generally sitting between ZAR 900 000 and ZAR 1 200 000 per annum, depending on your experience and fit. On top of that, there’s a performance-related bonus (up to 15% of base) and a comprehensive benefits package (medical cover, retirement contributions, etc.). Regarding flexibility, the nature of the role does require on-site leadership,you’ll be closely involved with fleet operations and your team,but G***s does support a hybrid approach where you can work remotely one day per week for planning, reporting and strategy sessions, plus flexible start/end times as operationally feasible. If that aligns with your expectations, I’ll lock in our call for Wednesday, May 15 at 11:00 AM SAST and send over a calendar invite. Looking forward to our conversation! Best regards, J***e HR Recruiter, StrategyBrain

Hi R***d, Great,May 15 at 11:00 AM SAST is confirmed and you should have the calendar invite now. In this role you’ll directly manage a core team of about seven: • 3 Dispatch Team Leads • 2 Route Planners • 1 Maintenance Coordinator • 1 Admin Support Through those leads, you’ll have oversight of roughly 50 drivers across the network. We can dive into the reporting structure in more detail on our call. Looking forward to speaking with you! Best, J***e HR Recruiter, StrategyBrain

Hi R***d, Glad to dive into the details. Here’s a quick snapshot of the team you’d be leading: • 3 Dispatch Team Leads , each responsible for a cluster of routes and day-to-day driver coordination • 2 Route Planners , focused on load optimization, customer SLAs and daily transport plans • 1 Maintenance Coordinator , manages vehicle servicing schedules, breakdown response and parts inventory • 1 Admin Support , handles reporting, KPI dashboards and vendor communications Through those direct reports you’ll have oversight of roughly 50 drivers across our regional network. Key challenges from day one: 1. Route efficiency & cost control , review existing planning processes, identify fuel-saving and consolidation opportunities. 2. On-time delivery targets , assess current OTIF performance, partner with warehouse/production to smooth handoffs. 3. Fleet availability & compliance , ensure the preventive-maintenance program is fully calendarized and safety audits are up to date. 4. Team alignment & performance , build rapport with leads, set clear KPI expectations and kick off a regular performance-review cadence. 5. Process improvements , leverage your I***l experience to introduce best practices in rostering, reporting and incident investigations. We can unpack each of these areas in our call on May 15 at 11:00 AM SAST. Looking forward to exploring how your background can drive quick wins and long-term gains for G***s. Best, J***e HR Recruiter, StrategyBrain