Logistics Supervisor — Port Elizabeth Distribution Center

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Logistics Supervisor to oversee operations at a busy distribution center in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. You will lead a team of warehouse staff and drivers, ensuring efficient flow of goods and accurate inventory management.

Responsibilities include supervising daily activities, optimizing layout, coordinating shipments, and driving safety compliance. A dynamic role offering opportunities to improve productivity in a growing retail distribution network.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics, warehouse management or supervisory roles.
• Strong inventory management and record accuracy capabilities.
• Experience leading a team of warehouse staff and drivers.
• Familiarity with WMS and route planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of warehouse personnel and delivery drivers.
• Oversee receiving, warehousing and distribution at Port Elizabeth facility.
• Enforce safety, security and operational efficiency policies.
• Manage inventory, conduct stocktakes and ensure record accuracy.
• Optimize layout and space for efficiency and productivity.
• Coordinate outbound shipments to stores and customers.
• Train and mentor staff; drive a culture of high performance.
• Monitor KPIs and report on costs, efficiency and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental rules.

Skills

Logistics management

Team leadership

Inventory control

WMS proficiency

Route planning

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

WMS

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Logistics Supervisor to oversee operations at a busy distribution center in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. You will lead a team of warehouse staff and drivers, ensuring efficient flow of goods and accurate inventory management.

Responsibilities include supervising daily activities, optimizing layout, coordinating shipments, and driving safety compliance. A dynamic role offering opportunities to improve productivity in a growing retail distribution network.