Regional Distribution Leader – Retail Logistics

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary with performance bonus

Medical aid and provident fund

Employee discounts

Leadership training

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Distribution Manager for our national retail client in Tembisa, Gauteng. This on-site role leads regional distribution center operations, focusing on inventory accuracy, cost efficiency, and safe, productive logistics to stores.

The successful candidate will manage large teams, optimize transport routes, monitor KPIs, and drive continuous improvements using WMS/TMS and lean methods. 7+ years in retail logistics preferred; relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in warehouse/distribution management in retail logistics.
• Proven leadership of large facilities and teams (50+ staff).
• Experience with WMS/TMS systems and data-driven decision making.
• Strong understanding of retail supply chain and order fulfillment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze operational data and implement solutions.
• On-site work in Tembisa, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Oversee regional distribution center operations: receiving, storage, picking, packing, dispatching.
• Improve inventory accuracy, reduce stockouts, minimize waste.
• Lead and mentor warehouse staff, supervisors, and drivers.
• Route optimization and fleet scheduling to reduce transport costs.
• Monitor KPIs: on-time delivery, order accuracy, cost per unit.
• Enforce health and safety protocols within facilities.
• Collaborate with supply chain, merchandising and store ops teams.
• Manage budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement with technology and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

People management

Communication

Problem solving

Data analysis

Education

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

Lean or Six Sigma training

Tools

WMS

TMS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Distribution Manager for our national retail client in Tembisa, Gauteng. This on-site role leads regional distribution center operations, focusing on inventory accuracy, cost efficiency, and safe, productive logistics to stores.

The successful candidate will manage large teams, optimize transport routes, monitor KPIs, and drive continuous improvements using WMS/TMS and lean methods. 7+ years in retail logistics preferred; relocation assistance may be available.