GENERAL MANAGER - LOGISTICS (NELSPRUIT)

University of Fort Hare; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in South Africa is looking for an experienced General Manager to oversee operations in the logistics and transport sector. The role requires strong leadership and strategic thinking to drive compliance and growth within the organization. Suitable candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and extensive senior management experience, including knowledge of the timber industry. The position emphasizes financial management and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years’ senior management experience, including 5+ years at executive level.
• Timber industry experience is a plus.
• Strong background in transport, logistics, freight, or supply chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall operations and drive strategic growth.
• Ensure full compliance within a transport or logistics environment.
• Manage financial aspects and business operations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Negotiation

Financial management

Compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business management, Transport & Logistics, or equivalent

Postgraduate qualification (MBA/Master’s)

Job description

Logistics, Warehouse Fleet and Distribution

An experienced General Manager is required to lead overall operations, drive strategic growth, and ensure full compliance within a transport, logistics, or freight environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, Transport & Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Postgraduate qualification (MBA/Master’s) beneficial.
• 10–15 years’ senior management experience, including 5+ years at executive level.
• Timber industry experience.
• Strong background in transport, logistics, freight, or supply chain operations.
• Knowledge of South African regulatory frameworks and compliance standards.
• Proven track record in financial management, business growth, and leadership.
• Experience in transformation, team leadership, and organisational development.
• Strong commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and decision‑making ability.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Results‑driven, resilient, and committed to safety, service excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Experience working with systems, process optimisation, and collaborative partnerships.

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