Senior Regional Distribution Manager – Paarl/Western Cape

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical insurance

Provident fund

Training and development

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Regional Distribution Manager to oversee distribution operations across multiple facilities in the Western Cape, with a focus on Paarl. The role requires a strong track record in warehouse management, inventory control, transportation logistics, and team leadership within fast-paced retail environments.

You will lead distribution centers, improve efficiency, manage budgets, ensure safety compliance, and drive continuous improvement through WMS and ERP systems,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field.
• 8+ years in distribution/warehouse management with 4+ years in multi-site/regional leadership.
• Proven track record in retail distribution operations and inventory accuracy.
• Strong knowledge of WMS, transportation logistics, and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee distribution center operations across multiple facilities in Western Cape, including Paarl.
• Develop strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and improve inventory accuracy.
• Lead and develop a team of distribution center managers and staff.
• Ensure health, safety and security compliance within centers.
• Manage transportation logistics and fleet for timely store delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align activities with forecasts.
• Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement; manage budgets.

Skills

Warehouse management

Inventory control

Transportation logistics

Team leadership

Budget management

Analytical skills

Education

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

Tools

WMS

ERP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Regional Distribution Manager to oversee distribution operations across multiple facilities in the Western Cape, with a focus on Paarl. The role requires a strong track record in warehouse management, inventory control, transportation logistics, and team leadership within fast-paced retail environments.

You will lead distribution centers, improve efficiency, manage budgets, ensure safety compliance, and drive continuous improvement through WMS and ERP systems,