Regional Transport Manager

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus package

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Regional Transport Manager to oversee transportation operations across the Eastern Cape. The role blends on-site leadership with remote strategic planning to optimize routes, costs, and service levels for multiple retail outlets.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in transport management, including regional leadership, and strong skills in TMS, analytics, and contract negotiations. A hybrid work model is offered to balance field oversight with strategy work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field.
• 7+ years in transport management; 3+ years regional leadership.
• Experience with large fleets and KPI monitoring.
• Hybrid role requires on-site and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional transport strategies.
• Oversee daily transport operations including route planning and fleet management.
• Manage relationships with 3PLs and carriers, negotiating contracts and monitoring performance.
• Monitor KPIs and ensure cost-effective transport solutions.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the regional transport team.

Skills

Leadership

Route optimization

TMS software

Budget management

Contract negotiation

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's in Logistics

Tools

MS Office

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent national retail chain, is seeking an experienced and strategic Regional Transport Manager to oversee transportation operations across the Eastern Cape region. This hybrid role requires a leader capable of managing a complex network of inbound and outbound logistics, optimizing routes, and ensuring cost-effective and timely delivery of goods to multiple retail outlets. You will be responsible for managing a team of transport planners and coordinators, fostering strong relationships with carriers, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance supply chain efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in large-scale transport management, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to balance on-site operational oversight with remote strategic planning. This role is pivotal to the company's distribution success in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional transport strategies to align with company objectives.
• Oversee daily transport operations, including route planning, scheduling, and fleet management.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers and carriers, negotiating contracts and monitoring performance.
• Ensure cost-effective transportation solutions while meeting service level agreements (SLAs).
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery rates, transport costs, and fuel efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the regional transport team, fostering a culture of high performance.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transport regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
• Collaborate with other departments, including warehousing, inventory, and retail operations, to ensure seamless supply chain integration.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in transport management.
• Manage transport budgets and approve expenditures related to regional operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in transport management, with at least 3 years in a regional leadership role.
• Proven experience managing complex transportation networks and large fleets.
• Strong understanding of transport planning software, TMS, and route optimization tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage hybrid responsibilities, balancing on-site supervision with remote strategic planning.
• Excellent negotiation skills and experience working with third-party logistics providers.
• Familiarity with the Eastern Cape region and its logistical challenges is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive executive salary with significant performance-based bonuses. The benefits package includes comprehensive medical aid, a top-tier retirement fund, and generous paid time off. Employees have access to extensive professional development opportunities, leadership training programs, and career advancement prospects within the company. The hybrid work model provides flexibility, supporting work-life balance.

Join a dynamic and growth-oriented company in East London , playing a key role in shaping the future of regional logistics.