Chief Operations Officer

Network Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 3 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished logistics firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead their operations and drive growth in freight forwarding and supply chain solutions. The ideal candidate will have 15-20 years of experience in senior leadership roles, a Qualified CA(SA), and a proven track record in logistics. This role offers a competitive salary of R3 million per annum and the chance to influence global trade operations.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full C-suite strategic seat

Autonomy and long-term leadership impact

Qualifications

• 15-20 years in senior finance or operational leadership roles.
• Proven success in freight forwarding, supply chain, or logistics.
• Track record of leading multi-site, complex operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead all operational functions across warehousing, logistics, freight forwarding, and customer service.
• Partner with the CFO to align operational performance with financial targets.
• Drive margin improvement, process optimisation, and tech-enabled transformation.
• Implement and oversee group-wide KPIs, systems, and reporting frameworks.
• Champion culture, compliance, and continuous improvement across all sites.
• Be the bridge between vision and execution from boardroom to warehouse.

Skills

Strategic and operational leadership

ERP and business performance systems expertise

Deep understanding of supply chain economics and risk

Grit

Integrity

Visionary thinking

Education

Qualified CA(SA)

Job description

Our client is a trailblazer in freight forwarding and supply chain solutions, with a rock-solid reputation across Southern Africa and a bold plan for continental growth. With international partnerships and multi-modal operations, theyre ready for their next phase but they need a leader who can turn big vision into daily execution.

As the COO, youll be the heartbeat of the organisation. Think end-to-end operations. Think high-level strategy. Think hands-on leadership. Youll work side-by-side with the CFO, and ideally, you bring some CFO experience yourself because understanding the numbers is just as critical as moving the goods.

What’s in it For You?

• R 3 million per annum (CTC)
• A full C-suite strategic seat at the table
• Lead a business at the heart of global trade
• Collaborate with dynamic, high-calibre executives
• Autonomy, influence, and long-term leadership impact

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all operational functions across warehousing, logistics, freight forwarding, and customer service
• Partner with the CFO to align operational performance with financial targets
• Drive margin improvement, process optimisation, and tech-enabled transformation
• Implement and oversee group-wide KPIs, systems, and reporting frameworks
• Champion culture, compliance, and continuous improvement across all sites
• Be the bridge between vision and execution from boardroom to warehouse

Job Experience and Skills Required

• Education:

  Qualified CA(SA) non-negotiable

• Experience:

  1520+ years in senior finance or operational leadership roles

• Proven success in freight forwarding, supply chain, or logistics
• Track record of leading multi-site, complex operations
• CFO or strong financial oversight experience = huge advantage
• Executive-level stakeholder engagement: Board, investors, and partners
• Skills:

  Strategic and operational leadership

• ERP and business performance systems expertise
• Deep understanding of supply chain economics and risk
• Grit, integrity, and visionary thinking

Apply now! If you're a seasoned CA(SA) ready to make seismic shifts in a global-moving business, it's time to take the reins.

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