Regional Logistics & Supply Chain Specialist (Automotive – Sub-Saharan Africa)

Omega HR Solutions; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer is seeking a Regional Logistics & Supply Chain Specialist in Centurion, South Africa. You will drive logistics efficiency and compliance across SSA markets, coordinating international shipping and managing inventory. Ideal candidates have a degree in logistics and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in automotive logistics. Proficiency in MS Office and willingness to travel is required. This is a great opportunity to bolster your logistics expertise in a fast-evolving industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the automotive logistics sector.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing lead times and quality systems.
• Hands-on experience with import/export logistics and trade compliance.
• Willingness to travel across SSA markets.

Responsibilities

• Implement, monitor, and optimise after-sales logistics processes.
• Coordinate international shipping, customs, and bonded stock compliance.
• Oversee importer back orders and inventory demand.
• Ensure compliance with regional trade and customs regulations.
• Conduct basket pricing studies for cost-reduction initiatives.

Skills

Logistics

Supply Chain Management

Import/Export Logistics

Trade Compliance

Cross-Border Coordination

Manufacturing Lead Times

Warehouse Operations

ISO 9001 / VDA 6.1 Conformance

Education

Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain, Quality Management, or Engineering

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, Word)

Job description

Are you a logistics professional with a passion for precision, process, and people? Our client, a respected automotive manufacturer with operations across Sub‑Saharan Africa, is seeking a Regional Logistics & Supply Chain Specialist to drive efficiency, compliance, and customer satisfaction across its SSA network.

About the Role

In this dynamic position, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping after-sales logistics performance across multiple African markets. You’ll coordinate cross-border operations, manage import/export documentation, monitor inventory flow, and drive cost-effective, compliant supply chain practices from factory to dealer.

Your work will ensure that parts, people, and processes align seamlessly to deliver best‑in‑class service to the company’s SSA partners and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement, monitor, and optimise after-sales logistics processes across SSA markets.
• Coordinate international shipping, customs, and bonded stock compliance.
• Oversee importer back orders, inventory demand, and freight partner performance.
• Support packaging, warehouse scheduling, and inbound delivery planning.
• Ensure full compliance with regional trade and customs regulations.
• Conduct basket pricing studies and contribute to cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Lead or support training initiatives for new model launches and supply chain efficiency.
• Conduct process audits and maintain ISO 9001 / VDA 6.1 conformance.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain, Quality Management, or Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the automotive logistics sector.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing lead times, quality systems, and warehouse operations.
• Hands‑on experience with import/export logistics, trade compliance, and cross‑border coordination.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, Word).
• Willingness to travel across SSA markets.

Highly Advantageous

• Knowledge of Volkswagen or other OEM logistics systems (EPIS, ETKA, ET2000, EWM).
• Strong understanding of HS codes, tariff optimisation, and SSA trade compliance.

Why Apply?

This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a leading global brand’s regional growth and customer service excellence—while expanding your expertise in international logistics within the fast‑evolving African automotive landscape.