Director of Ops & Logistics — Polokwane

Placements24

Polokwane

Hybrid

ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

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Generous leave

Professional development

Access to cutting-edge tech

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Director of Operations and Logistics to lead supply chain and fulfillment from Polokwane, Limpopo. The role oversees warehousing, inventory, transportation, and last-mile delivery across the region in a high-volume ecommerce setting.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years in logistics with senior leadership experience, expertise in WMS/TMS, and a strategic, data-driven approach to optimize costs and service levels while mentoring a high-performance team.

Qualifications

Bachelor's in logistics or related field with strong leadership background.
Master's degree preferred for strategic leadership roles.
Proven experience in high-volume e-commerce logistics and team leadership.
Expertise with WMS/TMS and ERP systems and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute end-to-end logistics and supply chain strategies.
Oversee warehousing, inventory control, order fulfillment, and returns.
Optimize transportation networks and carrier relationships for regional distribution.
Implement advanced logistics tech, analytics, and KPIs.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing logistics team.
Ensure safety, compliance, and environmental standards.
Collaborate with ecommerce, marketing, and customer service.
Manage the operational budget for logistics and supply chain.