Distribution Center Manager — Logistics Ops & Team Leadership

Mpumalanga Personnel & Training Consultants; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Mpumalanga Personnel & Training Consultants is seeking a Distribution Center Manager to lead operations in the logistics sector with precision and adaptability. The role requires running a warehouse/distribution center as if it were your own business, delivering KPI targets, managing costs, and mentoring staff.

Travel for client relations and coordination with 3rd-party labour will be part of the job. Required qualifications include a Grade 12 certificate and a Diploma in Road & Transport

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12) certificate required.
• Diploma in Road & Transport Management, Warehousing or related field required.
• 3 years of middle management experience in warehousing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Decision making: Confidently pivot and troubleshoot in a rapidly evolving logistics environment.
• KPI reporting: Deliver accurate performance metrics and drive operational excellence.
• Cost management: Ensure financial efficiency while adhering to SOPs.
• Mentorship: Guide and develop existing staff into high‑performing teams.
• Client relations: Build strong partnerships with clients, requiring travel (own car and valid driver’s license essential).
• Labour management: Experience working with 3rd‑party labour companies (dual employee‑ship).
• Risk awareness: Maintain a sharp sense of risk factors impacting operations.
• Grade 12 Certificate (Matric)
• Diploma in Road & Transport Management, Warehousing, or related field
• Computer literacy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Leadership experience: Minimum 3 years in a middle management role within warehousing
• Team management: Proven ability to lead a team of leaders

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Decision making

KPI reporting

Cost management

Risk awareness

Client relations

Labour management

Mentorship

Communication

Education

Grade 12 Certificate (Matric)

Diploma in Road & Transport Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mpumalanga Personnel & Training Consultants is seeking a Distribution Center Manager to lead operations in the logistics sector with precision and adaptability. The role requires running a warehouse/distribution center as if it were your own business, delivering KPI targets, managing costs, and mentoring staff.

Travel for client relations and coordination with 3rd-party labour will be part of the job. Required qualifications include a Grade 12 certificate and a Diploma in Road & Transport