Growth-Driven MD: Logistics & Supply Chain Leader

Network Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 3,500,000 - 8,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Recruitment seeks a Managing Director to steer a significant South African operations portfolio across international freight forwarding, contract logistics, transport and supply-chain solutions.

The role requires a seasoned logistics executive with P&L accountability, strong customer and board-level engagement, and a hands-on approach to drive growth, profitability and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Significant senior executive leadership experience in large-scale operations.
• Proven track record in growing commercial performance, P&L, and strategic delivery.
• Strong understanding of the South African logistics and freight-forwarding market.

Responsibilities

• Translate strategy into actionable plans with measurable KPIs.
• Lead the SA business in alignment with Group objectives and Board directions.
• Drive revenue, profitability, cash flow, and shareholder value.
• Lead budgeting, strategic planning, and annual business reviews with the Board.
• Develop and execute digital and technology strategies with the executive team.

Skills

International freight forwarding

Contract logistics

Transport

Customs clearing

Supply-chain management

Warehousing

Inventory management

FMCG or manufacturing operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce or Business

Executive leadership programme or postgraduate qualification (advantage)

Job description

Network Recruitment seeks a Managing Director to steer a significant South African operations portfolio across international freight forwarding, contract logistics, transport and supply-chain solutions.

The role requires a seasoned logistics executive with P&L accountability, strong customer and board-level engagement, and a hands-on approach to drive growth, profitability and operational excellence.