Queenstown Logistics Operations Lead

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 82,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Health & wellness benefits

Career development

Leadership role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Logistics Operations Lead to manage on-site activities at the Queenstown facility in the Eastern Cape. You will oversee warehousing, inventory management, and transportation coordination, driving operational excellence and cost optimization.

We value a bachelor's in logistics or related field, at least six years in logistics with three in leadership, strong WMS skills, and proven ability to lead a high-performance team while ensuring safety and service standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration is required.
• 6+ years of logistics and warehouse operations experience, with 3+ years in a supervisory role.
• Proven experience managing complex logistics operations, preferably in Queenstown/Eastern Cape.
• Strong knowledge of inventory, warehouse processes and transportation logistics.
• Excellent leadership, communication and team-building skills.
• Proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and other logistics software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage day-to-day logistics operations at the Queenstown facility.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Oversee receiving, storage, order fulfillment and dispatch.
• Manage inventory control to ensure accuracy and minimize discrepancies.
• Coordinate with transportation partners for timely, cost-effective delivery.
• Supervise and mentor the logistics team to drive high performance.
• Ensure adherence to safety, health and environmental regulations.
• Leverage logistics software to optimize operations and analyze data.
• Identify improvements and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Logistics management

Inventory control

Analytics

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

WMS

Logistics software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Logistics Operations Lead to manage on-site activities at the Queenstown facility in the Eastern Cape. You will oversee warehousing, inventory management, and transportation coordination, driving operational excellence and cost optimization.

We value a bachelor's in logistics or related field, at least six years in logistics with three in leadership, strong WMS skills, and proven ability to lead a high-performance team while ensuring safety and service standards.