Regional Distribution Manager

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary package withBon

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical aid

Pension fund

Life insurance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a strategic Regional Distribution Manager to lead the distribution network across the Eastern Cape, focusing on East London operations. You will oversee warehousing, transportation, and delivery logistics to maximize efficiency and cost-effectiveness, while managing a diverse team and driving improvements.

The role requires a strong leadership and analytical mindset, with deep knowledge of regional logistics dynamics to drive growth and service excellence for our client.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in distribution management and supply chain operations.
• Proven track record of managing large teams and complex logistics networks.
• Strong understanding of warehouse management systems (WMS) and transportation management systems (TMS).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize the regional distribution center operations, including inventory control and order fulfillment.
• Oversee the transportation and delivery network, ensuring timely and cost-effective movement of goods.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of warehouse staff, drivers, and logistics coordinators.
• Implement and monitor KPIs for distribution operations.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Develop and execute strategies for continuous improvement in logistics efficiency and service quality in the East London area.

Skills

Distribution management

Supply chain operations

Team leadership

WMS

TMS

Analytical skills

Decision making

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or Supply Chain

Tools

WMS

TMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic and experienced Regional Distribution Manager to lead their distribution network across the Eastern Cape, with a focus on operations in East London . This senior role involves overseeing all aspects of warehousing, transportation, and delivery logistics to ensure maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness. You will manage a diverse team, implement operational improvements, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, analytical skills, and a deep understanding of supply chain dynamics within the region to drive growth and service excellence for our client.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize the regional distribution center operations, including inventory control and order fulfillment.
• Oversee the transportation and delivery network, ensuring timely and cost-effective movement of goods.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of warehouse staff, drivers, and logistics coordinators.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for distribution operations.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Develop and execute strategies for continuous improvement in logistics efficiency and service quality in the East London area.

Requirements

• Significant experience in distribution management and supply chain operations.
• Proven track record of managing large teams and complex logistics networks.
• Strong understanding of warehouse management systems (WMS) and transportation management systems (TMS).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with the logistics landscape of the Eastern Cape .
• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Executive-level salary package with performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical aid, pension fund, and life insurance.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• A challenging and rewarding role in a key regional hub.