DISTRIBUTION CENTER MANAGER (NELSPRUIT)

University of Fort Hare; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Fort Hare invites applications for a Distribution Center Manager to lead our DC operations with precision in a dynamic logistics setting. You will drive KPI reporting, cost management, and safety compliance, while mentoring teams and building strong client partnerships.

Willingness to travel and own car are essential as part of service delivery. You will partner with cross‑functional teams to optimize processes, ensure SOP adherence, and manage third‑party labour for efficient

Qualifications

• Holds Grade 12/Matric or equivalent.
• Diploma in Road & Transport Management, Warehousing or related field is required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Confidently pivot and troubleshoot in a rapidly evolving logistics environment.
• Deliver accurate performance metrics and drive operational excellence.
• Ensure financial efficiency while adhering to SOPs.
• Guide and develop existing staff into high‑performing teams.
• Build strong partnerships with clients, requiring travel (own car and valid driver’s license essential).
• Experience working with 3rd‑party labour companies (dual employment).
• Maintain a sharp sense of risk factors impacting operations.

Skills

Decision making

KPI reporting

Cost management

Mentorship

Client relations

Labour management

Risk awareness

Health & Safety knowledge

Will travel

Leadership experience

Team management

Computer literacy

Own car & driver's license

Education

Grade 12 Certificate (Matric)

Diploma in Road & Transport Management, Warehousing, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Logistics, Warehouse Fleet and Distribution

Our client in the logistics industry is seeking a dynamic Distribution Center Manager to lead operations with precision, adaptability, and strategic insight. This is a pivotal role for a professional who thrives in fast‑changing environments and can run a DC as if it were their own business.

Key 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
• Health & Safety knowledge: Experience in managing programmes according to legal specifications (An added advantage)
• Willing to travel: Own car and valid driver’s license

Key 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.

Minimum Requirements

• 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
• Health & Safety knowledge: Experience in managing programmes according to legal specifications (An added advantage)
• Willing to travel: Own car and valid driver’s license

Please Note: Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates in line with our client’s commitment to transformation.

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