Managing Executive: Regional Sales and Operations

Vector Logistics; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm is seeking a Managing Executive of Regional Sales and Operations Execution in Durban. The ideal candidate will drive profitable growth across business units by developing and implementing operational strategies. Strong leadership skills and a background in supply chain management are essential. Join a team dedicated to customer satisfaction and operational success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in regional sales, operations management, or supply chain leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of warehousing, distribution, sales, and merchandising operations.
• Ability to drive results by managing both sales and operations to meet business objectives.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of industry standards and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of operational strategies across warehousing, distribution, sales, and merchandising.
• Formulate and implement strategies that drive profitable sales and operational services.
• Optimize supply chain capabilities and sales operations to improve on-shelf availability.
• Oversee customer and principal account performance to ensure timely delivery of products.
• Regularly track and report on the performance of sales, operations, and customer relationships.

Skills

Leadership & Management

Sales Strategy & Execution

Operational Management

Analytical & Strategic Thinking

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

Customer Focus

Technology Proficiency

Financial Management

Project Management

Emotional Intelligence & Resilience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Permanent

Thekweni

Overview

We are a Supply Chain and Sales & Merchandising partner adding value to your business through a fully integrated, temperature-controlled network in Southern Africa.

But we are also more than that. We are people serving people. While we boast the best in tech and infrastructure, our people are our greatest resource. With our skilled, curious, can-do people at the forefront, our assets become your assets, our service your solutions.

Vector’s vehicle fleet includes a food industry first in ‘multi-temperature’ vehicles enabling the company to service business across frozen, chilled and ambient temperature zones on a single delivery.

Job Purpose

The Managing Executive of Regional Sales and Operations Execution will be responsible for providing strategic direction to drive profitable growth across all business units in the region. This role entails developing, implementing, and managing operational strategies for warehousing, distribution, sales, and merchandising operations. The ideal candidate will ensure improved customer and principal availability through integrated supply chain capabilities and sales operations execution, while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and partners.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Direction And Execution

Lead the development and execution of operational strategies across warehousing, distribution, sales, and merchandising to drive growth in the region.

Formulate and implement strategies that drive profitable sales and operational services across multiple business units.

Supply Chain And Sales Integration

Optimize supply chain capabilities and sales operations to improve on-shelf and store availability for customers and principals.

Ensure seamless integration of operations to meet customer demand and maximize profitability.

Customer And Principal Management

Oversee the performance of customer and principal accounts to ensure timely and efficient delivery of products and services.

Implement operational practices that enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Performance Monitoring And Reporting

Regularly track and report on the performance of sales, operations, and customer relationships.

Identify areas of improvement and implement corrective actions as needed to meet organizational goals.

Qualifications, Skills And Experience Required For The Job

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Proven experience in regional sales, operations management, or supply chain leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of warehousing, distribution, sales, and merchandising operations.
• Ability to drive results by managing both sales and operations to meet business objectives.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of industry standards and compliance regulations (SLA, cost, quality, legislation).

Skills And Competencies

• Leadership & Management
• Sales Strategy & Execution
• Operational Management
• Analytical & Strategic Thinking
• Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
• Customer Focus
• Technology Proficiency
• Financial Management
• Project Management
• Emotional Intelligence & Resilience

We look forward to hearing from you!