Programme Manager - Logistics

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Remote-friendly

Travel opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Programme Manager in Paarl with a track record in logistics and supply chain transformation to lead strategic initiatives, oversee multiple projects, and drive cost reductions. You will collaborate with operations, IT, and partners to optimize inventory, transportation, and warehousing, while managing budgets and risks in a senior PM role.

The role demands a minimum of 10 years in logistics with at least 5 years in programme management, and a bachelor's degree in a

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in logistics and supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a programme or senior project management capacity.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking and leadership abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning and execution of logistics and supply chain improvement programmes.
• Oversee multiple concurrent projects within the programme, ensuring alignment and synergy.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize inventory management, transportation, and warehousing operations.
• Manage programme budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial objectives are met.
• Identify and mitigate programme-level risks, dependencies, and issues, working with project managers to resolve them.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to drive operational excellence.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Education

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

Tools

Supply chain planning software

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an accomplished Programme Manager with extensive experience in Logistics and Supply Chain to lead strategic initiatives from their base in Paarl . This role is responsible for overseeing multiple interconnected projects aimed at optimizing logistics operations, improving efficiency, and reducing costs. You will work closely with operations teams, IT, and external partners to drive significant improvements in the supply chain. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, strategic foresight, and a proven ability to manage complex, large-scale logistics programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning and execution of logistics and supply chain improvement programmes.
• Oversee multiple concurrent projects within the programme, ensuring alignment and synergy.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize inventory management, transportation, and warehousing operations.
• Manage programme budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial objectives are met.
• Identify and mitigate programme-level risks, dependencies, and issues, working with project managers to resolve them.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to drive operational excellence and innovation in logistics.

Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in logistics and supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a programme or senior project management capacity.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale logistics transformation programmes and achieving measurable results.
• Proficiency in supply chain planning and execution software, and advanced data analysis skills.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing at all levels.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including base salary and significant bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunity to lead transformative initiatives in the logistics sector.
• A remote-friendly work environment, with occasional travel required to key operational sites in and around Paarl .
• Access to cutting-edge logistics technology and professional development resources.