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Cold Storage Operations Manager

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd

Paarl

On-site

ZAR 600 000 - 800 000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

A leading cold storage solutions company in Paarl is seeking a Cold Storage Operations Manager to oversee a stand-alone facility. The successful candidate will manage all operations, ensure profitability, and maintain high safety standards. Candidates should have a tertiary degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in cold chain logistics, demonstrating strong leadership and stakeholder management skills. This role offers an opportunity to build a high-performing team in a vibrant environment.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience as Cold Store Manager.
  • Financial acumen in managing P&L.
  • Proven industry knowledge in fruit and vegetable products.

Responsibilities

  • Manage budget and P&L of the facility.
  • Ensure profitability and sustainability of the facility.
  • Build effective relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Operational knowledge of cold chain logistics
Leadership
Stakeholder management
Customer-centric competencies

Education

Tertiary degree
Job description
Job Title: Cold Storage Operations Manager

Location: Paarl

Cold Store Manager
  • A well-established player in cold storage solutions for perishables industry, with several state-of-the-art facilities, is looking for a Cold Store Manager
  • The group has established a worldwide reputation in the field of stevedoring, transport, warehousing and other port related activities.
  • They are looking for a professional with a strong background in Cold Chain/Cold Storage.
  • The successful incumbent will have full responsibility for a stand‑alone cold storage facility delivering exceptional experience to their customers.
  • They offer a unique opportunity that is certain to accelerate your career.
  • When you join the team, you join a values‑based work environment where you can shape and drive solutions and be part of building a high‑performing team.
Key Responsibilities
Profit & Loss
  • Manage budget and P&L of the facility.
  • Manage new and existing customer base.
  • Manage site performance (cost/utilization)
  • Continuous improvement and successful implementation thereof.
  • Ensure profitability and sustainability of the facility.
Operational Excellence
  • Manage the entire operations of the cold store facility.
  • Oversee and manage adherence to PPECB cold chain standard operating protocols and Standing Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Drive Health & Safety compliance and adherence in order to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Process and cost management.
  • Resources management.
People Management
  • Instil a culture of high‑performance whereby employee productivity and performance are enhanced within a positive, healthy, and vibrant environment.
  • Oversee the implementation of training linked to cooling solutions and client.
  • Ensure that staff discipline is maintained and consistently applied.
Client Management
  • Build effective relationship with clients and key stakeholders to maintain and increase volumes.
  • Develop and/or improve value proposition to customers.
Who are we looking for a candidate with:
  • Tertiary degree and minimum 5 years’ experience as Cold Store Manager.
  • Extensive operational knowledge of cold chain logistics.
  • Proven industry knowledge in fruit and vegetable products.
  • Financial acumen.
  • Strong leadership and proven ability to manage and develop staff at all levels.
  • Collaboration and influencing skills.
  • Stakeholder management and customer‑centric competencies.
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