Senior Logistics Leader: Strategy, Savings & Team Growth

Placements24; Southampton; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus potential

Comprehensive health, dental, and eye/

Retirement plan with employer match

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an accomplished Logistics Manager to lead our client’s logistics operations in Randburg. This senior role oversees the planning, execution, and optimization of inbound and outbound logistics, managing a team of professionals in transportation, warehousing, and inventory control.

You will drive efficiency and cost savings, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor a high-performing logistics team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a senior logistics/transportation management role.
• Proven ability to lead teams and implement change initiatives.
• Strong budgeting and cost-control experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement logistics strategies to support business objectives.
• Oversee transportation, warehousing, and inventory operations.
• Lead and develop the logistics team for high performance.
• Negotiate contracts with 3PLs and carriers.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations and safety standards.
• Analyze data to identify cost savings and efficiency gains.

Skills

Leadership

Transportation management

Warehouse operations

Budgeting

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics / Supply Chain / Business Administration

Tools

TMS

WMS

Job description

Placements24 seeks an accomplished Logistics Manager to lead our client’s logistics operations in Randburg. This senior role oversees the planning, execution, and optimization of inbound and outbound logistics, managing a team of professionals in transportation, warehousing, and inventory control.

You will drive efficiency and cost savings, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor a high-performing logistics team.