Cold Storage Operations Manager

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

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.