Senior FMCG Distribution & Logistics Leader

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Company vehicle

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Mbombela (Nelspruit) seeks an experienced Operations Executive to lead our FMCG distribution network. You will optimize warehouse, inventory, and transport, drive cost efficiency, and build high-performing teams across logistics functions.

You will collaborate with sales, procurement, and finance to align supply chain with business goals, implement best practices, and adopt new technologies to enhance service levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field; advanced degree/desirable.
• 8+ years in operations management focused on FMCG distribution and logistics.
• Proven ability to lead complex supply chains and improve operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for efficient FMCG distribution.
• Oversee warehouse, inventory, and transportation logistics.
• Lead and develop the operations team for high performance.
• Negotiate with suppliers, 3PLs, and partners.
• Implement robust inventory management to minimize stockouts.
• Drive continuous improvements to cut costs and raise service levels.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Analyze KPIs and collaborate with sales, procurement, and finance.
• Lead adoption of new technologies and modernize operations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

Tools

ERP systems

WMS

TMS

Job description

Placements24 in Mbombela (Nelspruit) seeks an experienced Operations Executive to lead our FMCG distribution network. You will optimize warehouse, inventory, and transport, drive cost efficiency, and build high-performing teams across logistics functions.

You will collaborate with sales, procurement, and finance to align supply chain with business goals, implement best practices, and adopt new technologies to enhance service levels.