Logistics / Operations Manager - Engineering Equipment

Prostaff; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in South Africa is seeking a skilled candidate to manage inventory operations and ensure efficient material flows. The ideal applicant will have a Bachelor's degree in supply chain management and proven leadership qualities, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This role offers a negotiable salary package based on experience, working in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in calculations of GP, Costs, Percentiles, and exchange rates.
• Previous experience in logistics or related role is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of inventory planning and stock management.

Responsibilities

• Managing all product inventory and ensuring on-time delivery.
• Collaborating with teams to optimize inventory accuracy.
• Maintaining ISO compliance and overseeing the company fleet.

Skills

Computer literacy

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Minimum requirements for the role

• Must be computer literate with Excel and Power point experience.


• Must be proficient in calculations of GP, Costs, Percentiles, exchange rates.


• A bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related field is preferred for the role.


• Previous experience having worked for an international company within a logistics, inventory, or product management role within the engineering or manufacturing or related environments is preferred.


• Proven experience managing large-scale inventory across multiple warehouses or branches is preferred.


• Familiarity working with inventory forecasting tools is essential.


• Must have a strong knowledge of inventory planning, product flows, and stock management best practices as well as excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.


• Proficiency in ERP and warehouse management systems, with advanced Excel reporting skills is preferred.


• Strong leadership and team management capabilities as well as being able to communicate, negotiate with all levels of staff as well as stakeholders.


• Must have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven international manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for

• Managing and overseeing all product inventory, stock levels, and material flows to ensure on-time delivery and cost-effective logistics operations. The role focuses heavily on product and stock management, requiring close collaboration with production, procurement, warehousing, and sales teams to optimise inventory accuracy, minimise capital lock-up, and ensure high product availability for customers.


• Working closely with all staff within the company to expedite and procure overdue stock items internationally from suppliers to support project closures.


• Maintaining ISO compliance and addressing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).


• Managing and overseeing the company fleet to ensure operational efficiency at all times.


• Managing product flows from manufacturing facilities to distribution centres, warehouses, and customers.


• Coordinating with production and procurement teams to align stock levels with production schedules and customer demands.


• Monitoring and maintaining optimal stock levels to prevent overstocking, shortages, or obsolete inventory.


• Implementing effective stock rotation, replenishment, and product tracking procedures to ensure accuracy and product integrity.


• Expediting the movement of critical products, spare parts, and project-related stock to meet deadlines and minimise downtime.


• Managing product demand forecasts in collaboration with sales, operations, and procurement teams.


• Reporting on product availability, stock turnover, and capital lock-up to senior management and finance teams.


• Leading and mentoring the logistics and inventory control team to achieve performance targets and service excellence.

Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.