Senior Remote Distribution Operations Leader

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary with strong/

Fully remote work arrangement

Executive health, dental, and vision

Development and education allowance

Shape and lead operational strategy

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Operations Manager with extensive experience in distribution and logistics to lead remote operations. This role focuses on optimizing distribution networks, streamlining warehouse operations, and ensuring the efficient movement of goods across regions.

You will manage geographically dispersed teams and facilities using advanced digital tools and communication platforms, driving operational excellence, cost reduction, and end-to-end supply chain

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Logistics, SCM, or related field.
• 8+ years in distribution and logistics management.
• Experience leading large remote teams.
• Strong analytical and optimization skills.
• Proficiency with WMS, TMS, ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee distribution operations across warehouses and transportation.
• Develop strategies to reduce lead times and costs.
• Lead remote team of distribution center managers.
• Analyze data to improve supply chain performance.
• Ensure safety, regulatory and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Remote team management

Education

Master's degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

WMS

TMS

ERP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Operations Manager with extensive experience in distribution and logistics to lead remote operations. This role focuses on optimizing distribution networks, streamlining warehouse operations, and ensuring the efficient movement of goods across regions.

You will manage geographically dispersed teams and facilities using advanced digital tools and communication platforms, driving operational excellence, cost reduction, and end-to-end supply chain