Strategic Distribution & Logistics Manager

Hire Resolve; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting firm is seeking a Distribution Services Manager to join their team in Johannesburg. This role focuses on enhancing analytical capabilities to improve customer service and profitability through logistics optimization. Candidates should possess a degree in logistics, extensive experience in logistics and leadership, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple functions. A highly competitive salary is offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• A recognized tertiary degree qualification in logistics or transportation management or related.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of relevant logistics experience.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of leadership and team management experience.
• Experience in distribution planning systems and process development.
• Experience operating effectively in a matrix organization with stakeholders across functions.

Responsibilities

• Interface with various teams to align on logistics footprint and route to market.
• Develop and analyze budget optimization in collaboration with finance.
• Ensure alignment of plans and operational outputs with distribution centers.
• Conduct benchmarking in logistics distribution forums.
• Manage engagements with external service providers.
• Work with demand planning to ensure product availability.

Skills

Logistics experience

Leadership skills

Distribution planning

Stakeholder management

Education

Tertiary degree in logistics or transportation management

Job description

A recruiting firm is seeking a Distribution Services Manager to join their team in Johannesburg. This role focuses on enhancing analytical capabilities to improve customer service and profitability through logistics optimization. Candidates should possess a degree in logistics, extensive experience in logistics and leadership, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple functions. A highly competitive salary is offered based on experience.