National Operations Manager (Supply Chain)

The HR Company; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics consultancy in Johannesburg is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to develop and implement strategies aligned with business goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in logistics management, proven experience with WMS platforms, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include overseeing warehouse operations, managing budgets, and optimizing performance metrics. This role offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to make a significant impact in the logistics sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fleet and warehouse management.
• Extensive experience with WMS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement long-term logistics and supply chain strategies.
• Lead cross-functional teams to improve service delivery.
• Manage departmental budgets and resource planning.
• Oversee the development of operational policies.
• Identify and mitigate risks across supply chain functions.

Skills

Logistics management

Supply Chain Management

WMS platforms

Budget management

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Logistics

Job description

• 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.

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Supply Chain Manager • Johannesburg, South Africa