General Manager : Logistics

Lesley Snyman & Associates; Springs; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and supply chain management firm in South Africa is seeking an experienced operations leader to oversee warehousing, transport, and distribution efforts across multiple national sites. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in logistics management, operational leadership, and financial control, along with expertise in SAP systems. This role focuses on ensuring safety, inventory accuracy, and continuous improvement within the supply chain operations. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development are offered.

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 and fleet control.

Skills

Operational leadership in supply chain

Logistics knowledge

Financial control

People leadership

Process improvement

SAP experience

Education

BCom Logistics Management or Supply Chain or BEng Industrial

Tools

SAP (WMS, SD, PP)

Job description

SUMMARY : POSITION INFO :

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
• 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 planning
• Support S&OP planning, production supply and customer delivery needs