Logistics Manager

PTY; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Ember Recruitment is seeking a Logistics Manager for our client in Cape Town. The role will oversee truck loading operations and manage the fleet of vehicles as well as the drivers, ensuring efficient routing and dispatch. The position is permanent and based in South Africa.

You will lead fleet operations, monitor budgets, and drive performance improvements across logistics activities. This role requires strong leadership and tracking capabilities to optimise transport processes.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in logistics, transport, fleet management, or distribution operations.
• At least 3 years in a management or supervisory role.
• Proven experience managing fleets, drivers, routing, dispatch operations, and transportation budgets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee truck loading operations and manage the fleet of vehicles and drivers.
• Ensure efficient routing, dispatch, and on-time delivery performance.
• Monitor and control transportation budgets and operational costs.

Skills

Fleet management

Dispatch operations

Budget management

Routing

Driver management

Education

Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transport Management, Operations Management, or a related field

Tools

Vehicle tracking systems

Fleet management software

Logistics reporting tools

Job description

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd | Permanent

Logistics Manager

Blackhealth, South Africa | Posted on 01/10/2026

Red Ember Recruitment is seeking a Logistics Manager for our client in Cape Town. The LogisticsManager will be responsible for overseeing the truck loading operations and managingthe fleet of vehicles as well as the drivers.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transport Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
  

Experience

• Minimum 5–8 years' experience in logistics, transport, fleet management, or distribution operations.
  
• At least 3 years in a management or supervisory role.
  
• Proven experience managing fleets, drivers, routing, dispatch operations, and transportation budgets.
  
• Experience working with vehicle tracking systems, fleet management software, and logistics reporting tools.