Hybrid Logistics & Supply Chain Lead | Retail Ops Innovator

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career development opportunities

Exposure to major retail brand

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a Logistics and Supply Chain Officer to optimize supplier-to-store flow in a hybrid role balancing on-site oversight with data-driven planning. The position requires strong knowledge of inventory, procurement, and logistics within a major retail operation.

You will lead end-to-end supply chain activities, mentor junior staff, and drive continuous improvement across warehousing, transport, and supplier relations within the national retail network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement, inventory, warehousing, and transportation.
• Develop logistics strategies to cut costs and improve service.
• Coordinate with suppliers, carriers, and internal teams.
• Monitor inventory levels and optimize stock to prevent stockouts.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify bottlenecks.
• Negotiate contracts with logistics providers.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
• Mentor junior supply chain staff.
• Prepare regular supply chain performance reports.
• Participate in strategic planning for logistics operations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Decision making

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder management

Hybrid work management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a Logistics and Supply Chain Officer to optimize supplier-to-store flow in a hybrid role balancing on-site oversight with data-driven planning. The position requires strong knowledge of inventory, procurement, and logistics within a major retail operation.

You will lead end-to-end supply chain activities, mentor junior staff, and drive continuous improvement across warehousing, transport, and supplier relations within the national retail network.