Logistics Leader

Volvo Group; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Volvo Group Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is seeking a logistics leader to transform our supply chain and drive high-performing teams. You will optimise material flow, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional partners to meet business objectives.

The role emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and strong analytics to support a high-performance logistics function aligned with Volvo Group goals.

Qualifications

• Degree required in Industrial Engineering, Logistics or related field.
• 3-6 years experience including 3 years as people leader.
• Strong background in material supply and handling within assembly environments.
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear direction and inspire the logistics team to achieve operational excellence.
• Develop succession plans and identify future leaders to ensure long-term capability.
• Champion a zero-accident safety culture and ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.
• Act as the primary link between logistics and cross-functional stakeholders to align strategies.
• Oversee inventory processes: goods receipt, storage, line-feeding, and scrapping; manage deviation material and related documentation.
• Monitor material flow and resolve bottlenecks using logistics systems; drive productivity using Lean and Six Sigma.

Skills

Analytical skills

Power BI

Data visualization

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

SAP

Education

Degree in Industrial Engineering / Logistics Management / Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Power BI

Job description

What you will do

At Volvo Trucks you will contribute to the transformation of our company, the transport industry and society at large. You will:

Purpose of the Role

To lead, inspire and optimise the logistics function by ensuring seamless material flow, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency in alignment with business objectives. This role is responsible for developing high-performing teams, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement, and driving strategic initiatives that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and support customer success. The position serves as the key link between logistics and cross-functional stakeholders, ensuring compliance, collaboration, and innovation across all processes.

Reporting: This position reports to Logistics & Fitment Centre Manager.

Job Objectives:

Leadership & People Development

• Provide clear direction and inspire the logistics team to achieve operational excellence.
• Empower and develop team members through coaching, mentoring, training, and performance reviews.
• Foster a high-performance culture built on diversity, inclusion, and respect.
• Develop succession plans and identify future leaders to ensure long-term organizational capability.
• Maintain strong industrial relations in line with labor regulations.

Safety, Environment, Compliance & Workplace Standards

• Champion a zero-accident safety culture and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Promote ergonomic workplace design through continuous improvements efforts.

Collaboration & Communication

• Act as the primary link between the logistics dept and relevant stakeholders, ensuring timely updates on material flow and risks.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to align strategies and ensure smooth operations.
• Represent logistics in cross-functional meetings to influence decisions and align with business objectives.

Inventory & Material Management

• Responsible for the entire Logistics value flow to ensure smooth supply of parts to the assembly line.
• Lead in material types managements networks such as PDS/Kit conversions, local parts, etc…
• Oversee inventory processes: goods receipt, unpacking, storage, line-feeding, and scrapping. Manage deviation material (DCNs, AFAs, UCRs, etc…) and related documentation.
• Ensure inventory accuracy across all systems through robust controls and reconciliation.
• Responsible for inventory control techniques (cycle counting, stock counts, ABC analysis, Kanban, etc…) to prevent shortages or excess.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor material flow and resolve bottlenecks using logistics systems.
• Drive productivity and efficiency through Lean, Six Sigma, and WCM methodologies.
• Identify automation and process optimization opportunities to reduce waste and manual handling.

Documentation & Resource Management

• Maintain accurate documentation (timesheets, stock transactions, operational reports) for compliance and transparency.
• Manage resource allocation and workload balancing with Engineering.

Who are you?

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:

Qualification & Job Experience:

• Degree in Industrial Engineering / Logistics Management / Supply Chain Management or equivalent.
• 3-6 Years experience, (3 as a People Leader).
• Strong background in material supply and handling within assembly environments.
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma concept, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in MS Office & SAP.

Key Competencies

• Analytical skills with experience in data visualization and reporting (Power BI, etc…).
• Familiarity with AI technologies for process optimization.
• Leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken).
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and work in a cross functional organization.
• Strong problem-solving and change management capabilities.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making.
• Adaptability to dynamic environments and global collaboration.

Short listed candidates must complete and sign personal verification permission, consent and indemnity declarations, to inter alia perform reference, criminal, credit, qualification, vetting process (if applicable to position) and any other checks deemed necessary.

Volvo Group Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is an affirmative action, equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage people with disability to apply.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who we are and what we believe in

We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

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