Area Operations Director, Logistics Leader in Tembisa

Placements24; Kempton Park; In loco; ZAR 1.500.000 - 2.300.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking an Area Operations Director to lead warehousing, transportation and distribution across the Tembisa, Gauteng region. You will drive efficiency, cost control and service levels while mentoring a team of operations managers and staff.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in logistics operations, strong change leadership, and a track record with Lean/Six Sigma. A strategic mindset and financial acumen are essential for overseeing multiple facilities and key stakeholders.

Competenze

• Master's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in operations management within logistics and large-scale environments.
• Proven track record leading large teams and managing complex facilities.

Mansioni

• Oversee operational activities in the Tembisa, Gauteng area including warehousing, transport, and distribution.
• Develop and implement strategies to boost efficiency, cut costs, and raise service levels.
• Lead and develop a large team of managers and staff with strong engagement.
• Manage budgets, monitor financial performance, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure safety, security, and regulatory compliance across sites.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma and other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with sales, procurement and customer service to hit business goals.
• Analyze data to spot trends, issues, and opportunities for expansion.
• Manage relationships with vendors, carriers and clients.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Budget management

Change management

Negotiation

Problem-solving

WMS

TMS

ERP

Formazione

Master's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field

Strumenti

WMS

TMS

ERP

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking an Area Operations Director to lead warehousing, transportation and distribution across the Tembisa, Gauteng region. You will drive efficiency, cost control and service levels while mentoring a team of operations managers and staff.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in logistics operations, strong change leadership, and a track record with Lean/Six Sigma. A strategic mindset and financial acumen are essential for overseeing multiple facilities and key stakeholders.