Operations & Logistics Lead — Warehouse & Supply Chain

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, is seeking an experienced Operations and Logistics Manager to oversee warehouse operations and optimize transportation logistics. You will lead a team to ensure productivity, accuracy, and cost-efficiency across the supply chain.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 4–6 years in operations and logistics, with strong leadership and knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field.
• 4–6 years in operations and logistics management, warehouse experience preferred.
• Proven inventory, warehousing, and transportation logistics experience.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems and related software.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily warehouse operations including receiving, storage, order picking, packing, and shipping.
• Develop and implement efficient logistics strategies to optimize transportation routes and costs.
• Oversee inventory management, ensuring accuracy and minimizing stockouts and overstock situations.
• Lead, train, and motivate the operations and logistics team to achieve performance targets.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations within the warehouse and during transportation.
• Monitor KPIs for operations and logistics, reporting on performance and identifying areas for improvement.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers and carriers.
• Collaborate with sales and procurement teams to ensure seamless supply chain integration.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Education

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

Tools

WMS (Warehouse Management Systems)

ERP/SC software

Job description

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, is seeking an experienced Operations and Logistics Manager to oversee warehouse operations and optimize transportation logistics. You will lead a team to ensure productivity, accuracy, and cost-efficiency across the supply chain.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 4–6 years in operations and logistics, with strong leadership and knowledge of health and safety regulations.