General Manager : Logistics

Lesley Snyman And Associates Cc; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and supply chain firm in Gauteng is seeking a Supply Chain Operations Manager to oversee warehousing, transport, and distribution operations across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of operational leadership experience, 10 years in general management of warehousing and transport, and strong knowledge of logistics systems and safety standards. Proficiency in SAP and a track record in project implementation are essential. This role offers a significant opportunity for impact and leadership in a growing organization.

Qualifications

• 15 years operational leadership in supply chain or manufacturing.
• 10 years general management experience in warehousing and transport.
• Proven experience in high-volume operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all warehouse operations across multiple national sites.
• Manage inventory accuracy and stock flows.
• Lead national transport operations and fleet control.
• Ensure safe loading and delivery execution.

Skills

Operational leadership in supply chain

Knowledge of logistics and safety systems

Project implementation

Financial control

People leadership

Education

BCom Logistics Management or Supply Chain or BEng Industrial or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP (WMS, SD, PP)

Job description

Oversee the full warehousing, transport, and distribution operation across all sites.

Ensure safety, operational control, accurate inventory, reliable order execution, solid transport performance and a capable workforce.

Drive process improvement, system accuracy, cost control and operational efficiency throughout the supply chain.

Qualifications and Minimum Requirements:

• BCom Logistics Management or Supply Chain or BEng Industrial or Mechanical Engineering
• 15 years operational leadership in supply chain or manufacturing
• 10 years general management experience in warehousing and transport
• Strong knowledge of logistics, legislation, safety and operational systems

Experience in ISO environments

• environments

SAP (WMS, SD, PP) experience

Proven experience in project implementation, financial control, people leadership and high-volume operations

Key Performance Areas

• Oversee all warehouse operations across multiple national sites
• Manage inventory accuracy, stock flows and specialised handling equipment
• Lead national transport operations, fleet control and service provider performance
• Ensure safe loading, routing, delivery execution and incident management

Control return logistics and packaging assets

Drive continuous improvement, new process implementation and operational optimisation

Ensure accurate SAP processes, business controls and ISO compliance

Lead teams, training, development and organisational capability

Manage budgets, cost control, financial reporting and CAPEX planningSupport S&OP planning, production supply and customer delivery needs