Strategic Logistics Leader – Operations & Growth

University of Fort Hare; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is looking for a General Manager with a strong operational background in freight forwarding and supply chain. The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years' experience managing teams and possess excellent negotiation and communication skills. They will be responsible for ensuring high service levels, overseeing commercial solutions, and leading a motivated team to drive business growth and customer satisfaction. This dynamic role requires a self-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years’ experience in leading and managing a team.
• Proven operational experience in Freight Forwarding, Supply Chain, and Logistics.
• Exceptional attention to detail and sound decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Set and uphold high service levels that exceed customer expectations.
• Develop and manage commercial solutions to support the Sales team.
• Lead the team to achieve high service levels and operational excellence.

Skills

Strong computer literacy

Operational experience in Freight Forwarding

Negotiation and business development skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Forwarding / Clearing systems

Job description

A logistics company is looking for a General Manager with a strong operational background in freight forwarding and supply chain. The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years' experience managing teams and possess excellent negotiation and communication skills. They will be responsible for ensuring high service levels, overseeing commercial solutions, and leading a motivated team to drive business growth and customer satisfaction. This dynamic role requires a self-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment.