Remote Operations Manager - Logistics & Distribution

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary package

Performance-based bonuses and Incenti

Comprehensive health, dental, and VIs

Generous retirement savings plan

Significant paid time off and holidays

Executive leadership development and;

Fully remote work arrangement, utmost

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Operations Manager to oversee and optimize the supply chain from a remote capacity. You will lead a distributed team across warehousing, transportation, and inventory management to drive efficiency and exceptional service.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a proven ability to manage multi-site logistics operations with minimal direct oversight, while ensuring compliance and budget discipline in a dynamic remote work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, logistics or related field.
• 7+ years in logistics and supply chain management with 3+ years in a management role.
• Experience managing multi-site logistics operations.
• In-depth knowledge of warehousing, inventory, transportation, and distribution.
• Proven experience with WMS, TMS and ERP systems.
• Strong leadership, remote team management, analytics, and communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic operational plans to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels across the logistics network.
• Manage and lead a geographically dispersed team of operations staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee daily logistics operations, including warehousing, inventory control, order fulfillment, and transportation management.
• Implement and utilize advanced supply chain technologies and systems to optimize operations and provide real-time visibility.
• Monitor KPIs such as on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, and operational costs, taking corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards across all sites.
• Develop relationships with 3PLs, carriers, and other supply chain partners.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes and reduce waste.
• Manage operational budgets and forecasts, ensuring financial targets are met.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between remote teams and other departments.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Data analysis

Remote team leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field

MBA or Master's degree

Tools

WMS

TMS

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading entity in the logistics and distribution sector, is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Remote Operations Manager. This critical role will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing the company's entire supply chain operations from a remote capacity. You will lead a distributed team, drive efficiency across warehousing, transportation, and inventory management, and ensure the highest levels of customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional leadership skills, a deep understanding of supply chain dynamics, and a proven ability to manage complex operations without direct physical oversight. This position demands strong analytical abilities, strategic planning, and advanced communication skills to effectively manage operations and collaborate with stakeholders virtually.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic operational plans to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels across the logistics network.
• Manage and lead a geographically dispersed team of operations staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee daily logistics operations, including warehousing, inventory control, order fulfillment, and transportation management.
• Implement and utilize advanced supply chain technologies and systems to optimize operations and provide real-time visibility.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, and operational costs, taking corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, environmental, and regulatory standards across all operational sites.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with third-party logistics providers, carriers, and other supply chain partners.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall operational performance.
• Manage operational budgets and forecasts, ensuring financial targets are met.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between remote teams and with other departments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• An MBA or Master's degree is a strong asset.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in logistics and supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex, multi-site logistics operations.
• In-depth knowledge of warehousing, inventory management, transportation, and distribution best practices.
• Proven experience with supply chain management software (e.g., WMS, TMS, ERP systems).
• Exceptional leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to lead remote teams effectively.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in data analysis and performance metrics reporting.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and remote work environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan contributions.
• Significant paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for executive leadership development and advancement.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering ultimate flexibility.