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

Omega Human Capital; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global brand seeks a logistics professional in South Africa for after-sales operations. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years in automotive logistics, emphasizing compliance, shipping coordination, and inventory management. The ideal candidate is proficient in MS Office, willing to travel across SSA markets, and has a focus on continuous improvement in logistics performance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in automotive logistics sector.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing lead times and warehouse operations.
• Willingness to travel across SSA markets.

Responsibilities

• Implement and optimize after-sales logistics processes across SSA markets.
• Coordinate international shipping and customs compliance.
• Conduct process audits and maintain ISO/VDA 6.1 conformance.

Skills

Import/export logistics

Trade compliance

Cross-border coordination

MS Office proficiency

Education

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

Job description

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

• / 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, ET, 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.