Operations Manager - FMCG Logistics

Placements24; Rustenburg; Vor Ort; ZAR 850.000 - 1.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Salary incentives

Hybrid work

Health insurance

Career growth

Rustenburg team

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an highly organized Operations Manager to oversee logistics and supply chain for FMCG products in Rustenburg. You will drive inventory control, warehouse optimization, and on-time distribution, leading a dedicated operations team in a fast-paced environment.

This role offers a hybrid on-site/off-site work model, requiring strong leadership, strategic planning, and a proactive approach to improving processes and KPIs.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years of experience in operations management.
• Proven track record in warehouse operations, inventory control and distribution.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles and logistics.
• Experience with WMS and ERP software.
• Bachelor's degree in related field.

Aufgaben

• Oversee daily operations including inventory, warehousing, and distribution.
• Develop strategies to optimize supply chain, reduce costs, and improve delivery times.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers, carriers, and suppliers.
• Ensure safety, quality standards, and company policies in warehouse and distribution.
• Lead and train the operations team, fostering a productive and safe environment.
• Monitor KPIs and implement corrective actions for deviations.

Kenntnisse

Operations management

Warehouse operations

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Supply chain principles

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management / Supply Chain / Business Administration

Tools

WMS

ERP software

Inventory management software

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and efficient Operations Manager to oversee their logistics and supply chain operations for FMCG products in Rustenburg. This role is critical in ensuring the smooth and timely delivery of goods, optimizing warehouse management, and maintaining high standards of operational excellence. You will be responsible for managing inventory, coordinating transportation, and leading the operations team to meet demanding production and distribution schedules. The position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to continuous improvement within a fast-paced environment, with a hybrid work model that balances essential on-site presence with flexible remote workdays.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, including inventory management, warehousing, and distribution of FMCG products.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and improve delivery times.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers, carriers, and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, quality standards, and company policies within the warehouse and distribution facilities.
• Lead, train, and manage the operations team, fostering a productive and safe working environment.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions to address any operational deviations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management, preferably within the FMCG or logistics sector.
• Proven track record of successfully managing warehouse operations, inventory control, and distribution networks.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, logistics, and operational best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software.
• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• A collaborative team environment focused on achieving operational excellence in Rustenburg.