Regional Distribution Leader - Eastern Cape Logistics & Warehousing

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 127,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive executive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Annual performance bonus

Company car

Incentives

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Distribution Manager to oversee distribution operations in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will plan strategically, manage warehousing, inventory, and transportation, and drive continuous improvement.

You will lead a team of distribution professionals, ensure safety standards, control costs, and align with cross-functional partners to achieve KPIs and financial targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field; Master's preferred.
• 8–10 years in distribution management, warehouse operations, and logistics.
• Strong leadership with experience managing large teams and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic plans for regional distribution operations.
• Lead warehouse operations: receiving, storage, order fulfillment, and shipping.
• Oversee inventory management to minimize stockouts and carrying costs.
• Optimize transportation logistics: carrier management, route planning, cost control.
• Maintain health, safety, and environmental standards across facilities.
• Mentor and develop a high-performance distribution team.
• Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage budgets and control expenses to meet targets.
• Collaborate with retail operations, procurement, and merchandising.
• Ensure timely and accurate replenishment to stores.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Budget management

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Education

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

Master's degree preferred

Tools

WMS

TMS

Inventory control systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Distribution Manager to oversee distribution operations in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will plan strategically, manage warehousing, inventory, and transportation, and drive continuous improvement.

You will lead a team of distribution professionals, ensure safety standards, control costs, and align with cross-functional partners to achieve KPIs and financial targets.