Director of Logistics and Supply Chain

Placements24; Gqeberha; Híbrido; ZAR 1.800.000 - 3.200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, seeks an experienced Director of Logistics and Supply Chain to lead and optimize all logistics, warehousing, and supply chain operations. This senior role requires strategic oversight of global SCM, cost reduction, performance improvement, and timely delivery in a competitive market.

The successful candidate will drive strategy, manage a high-performing team, and implement advanced systems (WMS, TMS, ERP) while ensuring regulatory compliance and

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement innovative logistics and supply chain strategies to support business objectives.
• Oversee daily operations of warehousing, inventory management, transportation, and distribution.
• Manage and optimize the entire supply chain, from procurement to final delivery.
• Negotiate contracts with carriers, suppliers, and logistics providers to achieve cost savings and service level improvements.
• Implement and manage advanced supply chain technologies and systems (e.g., WMS, TMS, ERP).
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, safety standards, and environmental policies.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing logistics and supply chain team.
• Monitor KPIs for efficiency, cost, and delivery performance, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure seamless operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout the supply chain.

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the manufacturing and distribution sector, is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Logistics and Supply Chain to be based in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. This senior leadership position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company's logistics, warehousing, and supply chain operations. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of global supply chain management, a proven ability to optimize efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure the timely delivery of goods. You will be crucial in maintaining and enhancing our client's competitive edge in a demanding market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative logistics and supply chain strategies to support business objectives.
• Oversee daily operations of warehousing, inventory management, transportation, and distribution.
• Manage and optimize the entire supply chain, from procurement to final delivery.
• Negotiate contracts with carriers, suppliers, and logistics providers to achieve cost savings and service level improvements.
• Implement and manage advanced supply chain technologies and systems (e.g., WMS, TMS, ERP).
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, safety standards, and environmental policies.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing logistics and supply chain team.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for efficiency, cost, and delivery performance, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Collaborate with internal departments (procurement, sales, manufacturing) to ensure seamless operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout the supply chain.