Hybrid Logistics & Supply Chain Director

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and retirement benefits

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Logistics and Supply Chain Director to lead operations in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on execution in a hybrid work environment.

You will develop end-to-end supply chain strategies, manage inbound/outbound logistics, warehousing, and budgeting, and drive continuous improvement while fostering supplier and carrier partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM, Logistics, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 8+ years in logistics/supply chain with 3+ years at director level.
• Experience managing hybrid teams across remote and on-site.
• Strong knowledge of global logistics and port operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute end-to-end supply chain and logistics strategies.
• Oversee inbound/outbound logistics, warehousing, and inventory.
• Optimize transportation networks for cost and timeliness.
• Lead and develop a high-performing logistics team.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers, carriers, and partners.
• Implement tech solutions to improve visibility and efficiency.
• Monitor performance and manage budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Team management

Negotiation

Communication

ERP systems

WMS systems

Education

Bachelor's_degree_in_SCM

Master's_degree_preferred

Tools

ERP systems

WMS

TMS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Logistics and Supply Chain Director to lead operations in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on execution in a hybrid work environment.

You will develop end-to-end supply chain strategies, manage inbound/outbound logistics, warehousing, and budgeting, and drive continuous improvement while fostering supplier and carrier partnerships.