FMCG Distribution Leader: Logistics & Warehouse Ops
Placements24
Turn this role into an interview — a resume and cover letter built around what this employer wants.
Benefits offered by this job
Job summary
Placements24 is seeking an experienced Distribution Manager to oversee the distribution network from Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will lead logistics and warehouse staff, optimize operations, and drive end-to-end distribution strategies to ensure reliable, cost-effective product delivery to customers and retail partners.
The role requires strong leadership, a background in FMCG distribution, and hands-on experience with warehouse and transportation management systems to improve efficiency and
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics and distribution management, with a strong preference for the FMCG sector.
- Proven ability to manage warehouse operations and transportation effectively.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Experience with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) and TMS (Transportation Management Systems).
Responsibilities
- Oversee all aspects of the distribution network, including warehousing, transportation, and inventory management.
- Develop and implement efficient logistics strategies to ensure timely delivery and minimize costs.
- Manage and lead the distribution team, providing guidance, training, and performance management.
- Optimize warehouse operations, including stock control, order fulfillment, and space utilization.
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies within the distribution facilities.
Skills
Education
Tools
Job description
Placements24 is seeking an experienced Distribution Manager to oversee the distribution network from Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will lead logistics and warehouse staff, optimize operations, and drive end-to-end distribution strategies to ensure reliable, cost-effective product delivery to customers and retail partners.
The role requires strong leadership, a background in FMCG distribution, and hands-on experience with warehouse and transportation management systems to improve efficiency and
'/%3e%3cpath%20d='M101.744%2012.4726L102.894%2016.1947L99.0021%2013.2201L101.744%2012.4726ZM105.3%208.40937H100.488L99.0026%203.59473L97.5116%208.41047L92.7%208.40385L96.5965%2011.3834L95.1055%2016.1942L99.0021%2013.2196L101.408%2011.3834L105.3%208.40992V8.40937Z'%20fill='white'/%3e%3cdefs%3e%3clinearGradient%20id='paint0_linear_5593_1381'%20x1='90'%20y1='9.44471'%20x2='99'%20y2='9.44471'%20gradientUnits='userSpaceOnUse'%3e%3cstop%20stop-color='%2300AD70'/%3e%3cstop%20offset='0.998594'%20stop-color='%2300B67A'/%3e%3cstop%20offset='1'%20stop-color='%23DCDCE6'/%3e%3c/linearGradient%3e%3c/defs%3e%3c/svg%3e){kind=small}
