Remote Catering Operations & Logistics Lead

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health and wellness benefits

Home office setup allowance

Professional development in logistics

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Catering Logistics Specialist to oversee the procurement, transportation, and delivery of catering supplies for diverse events. This fully remote role requires coordinating kitchens, venues, and delivery partners using advanced logistics software in a virtual setting.

Responsibilities include end-to-end logistics, schedule coordination with chefs, vendor management, inventory oversight, and proactive problem solving to ensure on-time service and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics, supply chain or operations.
• Ability to manage complex logistics remotely using digital tools.
• Strong inventory, transportation and delivery coordination knowledge.
• Excellent problem-solving and under pressure resilience.
• Proficiency with logistics software, ERP systems and collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end logistics for catering events, remote coordination.
• Coordinate with chefs and kitchen managers for timely food prep.
• Arrange transportation for food, equipment, staff; select vendors and optimize routes.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment remotely.
• Use logistics software and tracking systems to monitor deliveries and ensure punctuality.
• Address and resolve logistical disruptions to minimize event impact.

Skills

Logistics management

Remote coordination

Inventory control

Vendor management

Problem solving

Tools

ERP systems

Logistics software

Tracking systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Catering Logistics Specialist to oversee the procurement, transportation, and delivery of catering supplies for diverse events. This fully remote role requires coordinating kitchens, venues, and delivery partners using advanced logistics software in a virtual setting.

Responsibilities include end-to-end logistics, schedule coordination with chefs, vendor management, inventory oversight, and proactive problem solving to ensure on-time service and