National Operations Manager (Supply Chain)

Findojobs South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and supply chain company is seeking an experienced logistics manager to develop and implement long-term strategies, manage warehouse operations, and improve service delivery. The ideal candidate has a relevant qualification and extensive experience with WMS platforms and fleet management. This role offers the opportunity to lead cross-functional teams and drive operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management.
• Extensive experience with WMS platforms.
• Proven experience in fleet and warehouse management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement long-term logistics and supply chain strategies.
• Lead and manage warehouse and logistics operations across multiple sites.
• Generate and present weekly and monthly operational and expense reports.

Skills

Extensive experience with WMS platforms

Proven experience in fleet and warehouse management

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management

Job description

Requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management
• Extensive experience with WMS platforms.
• Proven experience in fleet and warehouse management

Duties include:

Strategic & Management Functions:

• Develop and implement long-term logistics and supply chain strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead cross-functional teams to improve service delivery, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to set performance KPIs and strategic targets.
• Manage departmental budgets, forecasting, and resource planning.
• Oversee the development and implementation of operational policies and procedures.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across the supply chain and logistics functions.
• Mentor and develop warehouse and logistics teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Operational Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage warehouse and logistics operations across multiple sites.
• Design and optimize warehouse layouts and truck configurations for maximum efficiency.
• Conduct detailed costings on warehouses, trucks, and delivery routes.
• Analyse delivery networks to identify opportunities for optimization and cost savings.
• Investigate and manage stock losses across all operations.
• Implement strategies to reduce overall stock loss.
• Oversee fleet management, including scheduling, maintenance, and cost control.
• Generate and present weekly and monthly operational and expense reports.