Senior Global Logistics Operations Leader — Remote

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 950,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off and holidays

Retirement savings plan with company-m

Professional development

Remote work environment

Cutting-edge logistics technology

Performance-based bonuses

Employee assistance program

Home office stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Logistics Operations Manager for a remote-first, globally focused role. You will oversee end-to-end supply chain activities, drive efficiency through technology and strategic planning, and lead a distributed team across regions.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in logistics, strong leadership, and a track record of optimizing operations in virtual environments. You will shape scalable logistics solutions and report KPIs to senior management in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• 7+ years in logistics and supply chain with supervisory experience.
• Experience leading remote teams and virtual work environments.
• Knowledge of global shipping regulations and trade compliance.
• Proficiency with logistics software and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage end-to-end supply chain and logistics operations, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.
• Develop and refine strategic plans for inventory, warehousing, transportation, and distribution across regions.
• Lead and mentor a distributed team of logistics professionals in a remote-first culture.
• Analyze operational data to identify improvements, cost savings, and service enhancements.
• Negotiate contracts with third-party logistics providers and manage vendor relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Remote team management

Data analysis

Communication

Strategic planning

Problem solving

Education

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

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

WMS

TMS

ERP systems

Data analytics tools

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Logistics Operations Manager for a remote-first, globally focused role. You will oversee end-to-end supply chain activities, drive efficiency through technology and strategic planning, and lead a distributed team across regions.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in logistics, strong leadership, and a track record of optimizing operations in virtual environments. You will shape scalable logistics solutions and report KPIs to senior management in a fast-paced