Logistics Operations Manager (Remote)

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Health insurance

Executive development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Logistics Operations Manager to lead a fully remote logistics function across South Africa. You will oversee the end-to-end supply chain, drive performance improvements through data analytics, and build a distributed, high-performing team.

The role requires deep knowledge of transportation, warehousing, and inventory management, plus strong leadership and vendor negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in logistics management and supply chain operations.
• Proven ability to lead remote teams and drive performance.
• Strong knowledge of transportation, warehousing, and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute logistics strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs across the supply chain.
• Manage and lead a remote team of logistics professionals, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Oversee transportation management, including carrier selection, negotiation, and performance monitoring.
• Implement and refine inventory management and warehousing strategies to optimize stock levels.
• Utilize technology and data analytics to monitor supply chain performance and identify areas for enhancement.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards in logistics operations.

Skills

Logistics management

Remote team leadership

Supply chain strategy

Data analysis

Transportation management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

Tools

WMS

TMS

ERP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Logistics Operations Manager to lead their remote logistics team. This critical role involves overseeing all aspects of the company's supply chain and logistics operations from a remote setting, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance. You will be responsible for managing a distributed team, optimizing transportation networks, and implementing innovative logistics solutions. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of success in managing complex logistics operations and excels at driving performance improvement through data analysis and strong leadership, all within a fully remote framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute logistics strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs across the supply chain.
• Manage and lead a remote team of logistics professionals, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Oversee transportation management, including carrier selection, negotiation, and performance monitoring.
• Implement and refine inventory management and warehousing strategies to optimize stock levels.
• Utilize technology and data analytics to monitor supply chain performance and identify areas for enhancement.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards in logistics operations.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in logistics management, with a strong emphasis on operations and supply chain strategy.
• Proven ability to lead and manage remote teams effectively.
• Deep understanding of transportation, warehousing, and inventory management principles.
• Proficiency in logistics software and data analysis tools.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible remote work arrangement with a focus on work-life balance.
• Opportunities for executive-level professional development.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment with a forward-thinking company culture.