Hybrid Logistics Ops Lead — Sandton

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid model

Career growth

Diverse logistics ops

Professional team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Logistics Operations Specialist to manage daily operations at our Sandton facility. You will oversee inbound/outbound shipments, warehousing, and inventory, while optimizing processes, reducing costs, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Logistics or related field and a minimum of five years’ experience in logistics operations management, with strong WMS/TMS proficiency and leadership abilities. Hybrid work is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, SCM, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in logistics operations management.
• Proven experience in transportation, warehousing, and inventory.
• Strong understanding of logistics software and WMS/TMS systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management abilities.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with Sandton, Gauteng business environment advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily logistics operations including inbound/outbound shipments.
• Coordinate warehousing and distribution activities.
• Manage relationships with carriers and 3PLs and SLAs.
• Monitor KPIs and identify operational improvements.
• Implement processes to reduce costs and improve delivery.
• Troubleshoot operational challenges promptly.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.
• Collaborate with sales, procurement, and customer service.
• Assist in inventory control and space utilization.
• Prepare reports and provide insights to management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in Sandton.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Communication

Leadership

Negotiation

Time management

Supplier management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

Supply Chain Management

Business Administration

Tools

WMS

TMS

Logistics software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Logistics Operations Specialist to manage daily operations at our Sandton facility. You will oversee inbound/outbound shipments, warehousing, and inventory, while optimizing processes, reducing costs, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Logistics or related field and a minimum of five years’ experience in logistics operations management, with strong WMS/TMS proficiency and leadership abilities. Hybrid work is offered.