General Manager: Logistics

Lesley Snyman and associates CC; Springs; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent logistics firm in Gauteng, South Africa is seeking an experienced operations manager to oversee warehousing, transport, and distribution operations across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have 15 years of operational leadership experience and be skilled in project implementation and financial control, along with strong knowledge of logistics and regulatory compliance. This position offers a key role in driving process improvements and ensuring operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all warehouse operations across multiple national sites.
• Manage inventory accuracy, stock flows and specialized handling equipment.
• Lead national transport operations, fleet control and service provider performance.

Skills

Logistics management

Operational leadership

Project implementation

Financial control

People leadership

SAP experience

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 9000 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