Outbound Logistics Manager – OTIF & Fleet Optimisation

Talent Genie AI Recruitment Software; Durban; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Genie AI Recruitment Software in Cape Town seeks an experienced Logistics Supervisor to lead outbound and despatch operations at the Durban area branch. You will manage warehousing, stock, routes and staff to ensure OTIF performance and customer satisfaction.

The role requires a minimum of five years in logistics within manufacturing, a related degree or diploma, and strong planning skills. Detail-oriented and analytical, you will drive cost efficiencies and reporting accuracy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in outbound/despatch or logistics within manufacturing.
• Degree or diploma in Operations, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management required.
• Reliable transport and a valid driving licence.
• Detail-oriented with strong planning skills.
• Experience reporting on variances and stock control.

Responsibilities

• Generate daily OTIF reports based on picking slips.
• Review back orders to ensure stock and due dates are met.
• Allocate vehicles daily based on routes, weights and pallets.
• Calculate gross profit per customer/trip and cost per kg.
• Monitor routes to maximise space, cut costs and reduce overtime.
• Obtain courier quotes and select cost-efficient methods.
• Provide invoices and waybills to customers and finance.
• Review daily vehicle check sheets for mileage and issues.
• Monitor mileage per vehicle to stay within bands and cut hire costs.
• Ensure regular vehicle servicing and safe driver practices.
• Record overtime in tracker and approvals for payments.
• Capture inter-warehouse transfers when stock moves between branches.
• Process orders and ensure deliveries are fulfilled.
• Reconcile fuel and courier accounts and assist with quotes.
• Receive customers’ cash payments and verify before banking.
• Organise accommodation and meals for overnight trips.

Skills

Outbound logistics

Staff management

Stock control

Planning

Cost optimization

Education

Degree or diploma in Operations, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management

Job description

Talent Genie AI Recruitment Software in Cape Town seeks an experienced Logistics Supervisor to lead outbound and despatch operations at the Durban area branch. You will manage warehousing, stock, routes and staff to ensure OTIF performance and customer satisfaction.

The role requires a minimum of five years in logistics within manufacturing, a related degree or diploma, and strong planning skills. Detail-oriented and analytical, you will drive cost efficiencies and reporting accuracy.