Regional Delivery Lead – Vereeniging Operations

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Ongoing training and supportive line

Competitive salary with performance‑dr

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Delivery Manager to oversee operations in Vereeniging, Gauteng. You will lead drivers, dispatchers, and staff, optimize routes, and drive service excellence across the region.

The role requires 7+ years in logistics with 3+ in management, strong leadership, and solid knowledge of TMS and route optimization. Travel within the region and a valid driver's license are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years in logistics/transportation, with 3+ in management.
• Proven leadership and team management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of TMS and route optimization.
• Understanding of regulations and safety best practices.
• Financial acumen and budget management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Willing to work from Vereeniging hub and travel within the region.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and motivate a team of drivers, dispatchers and staff in the Vereeniging region.
• Develop and implement plans to optimize routes, schedules and resources.
• Monitor KPIs for delivery times, costs, customer satisfaction and fleet utilization.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, safety standards and policies.
• Manage fleet maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and coaching.
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Manage regional budgets and P&L.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Analytical thinking

Budget management

Communication

Education

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

Tools

TMS software

Route optimization tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Delivery Manager to oversee operations in Vereeniging, Gauteng. You will lead drivers, dispatchers, and staff, optimize routes, and drive service excellence across the region.

The role requires 7+ years in logistics with 3+ in management, strong leadership, and solid knowledge of TMS and route optimization. Travel within the region and a valid driver's license are essential.