Logistics / Operations Manager - Engineering Equipment

Prostaff Holdings; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and inventory management company based in Johannesburg is seeking a professional to manage product inventory and logistics operations. The ideal candidate should hold a relevant degree and possess strong analytical skills, with prior experience in a fast-paced environment. This role involves overseeing all inventory levels and collaborating with multiple teams to optimize operations and ensure product availability.

Benefits

Highly negotiable salary package with benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience in logistics, inventory, or product management roles.
• Experience managing large-scale inventory across multiple warehouses.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee product inventory, ensuring on-time delivery and cost-effective operations.
• Work closely with teams to procure overdue stock items internationally.
• Maintain ISO compliance and manage the company fleet efficiently.

Skills

Computer literacy with Excel and PowerPoint

Calculations of GP, Costs, Percentiles, exchange rates

Strong knowledge of inventory planning

Leadership and team management

Analytical and decision-making skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field

Tools

ERP and warehouse management systems

Inventory forecasting tools

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.

Responsibilities :

• 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.