Senior Operations Manager - Automotive Aftermarket Logistics

Placements24; Lorenziberg; Presencial; EUR 48.000 - 96.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary package

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development

Career advancement

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a hands-on Operations Manager to lead our distribution center and service operations in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will optimize warehousing, inventory control, and dispatch processes while driving customer satisfaction and profitability.

You will lead a diverse team, manage budgets, implement process improvements, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in a fast-paced automotive aftermarket environment.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Logistics, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 7 years in operations management in automotive aftermarket or related distribution.
• Proven track record in warehousing, inventory and logistics operations.
• Experience in leading teams and driving performance.
• Strong inventory management principles and systems understanding.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with WMS, TMS and ERP systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to work on-site in Queenstown, Eastern Cape.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the distribution center and service facilities.
• Manage inventory levels, ensuring accuracy, and implement stock control measures.
• Optimize logistics and dispatch processes for timely delivery of parts.
• Lead, train, and develop a team of operational and service staff.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and exceptional customer service.
• Manage operational budgets and control costs effectively.
• Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and service providers.
• Monitor KPIs and report on operational performance.

Conocimientos

Operations management

Inventory management

Team leadership

WMS/TMS/ERP systems

Problem solving

Communication skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management

Herramientas

WMS

TMS

ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a hands-on Operations Manager to lead our distribution center and service operations in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will optimize warehousing, inventory control, and dispatch processes while driving customer satisfaction and profitability.

You will lead a diverse team, manage budgets, implement process improvements, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in a fast-paced automotive aftermarket environment.