Strategic Logistics Operations Director

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, seeks a Strategic Operations Director to optimize complex supply chains and drive growth. This executive role requires a visionary leader who can align operational strategy with market demands and lead a large team across warehousing, transportation, and inventory control.

You will manage budgets, implement continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies while collaborating with executive leadership

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and 10+ years in operations/logistics management.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior director-level role.
• Experience leading large-scale logistics operations and teams.
• Strong strategic thinking and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement overarching operational strategies to align with growth objectives.
• Oversee warehousing, transportation, fleet management, and inventory control.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing operations team.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce costs and improve service quality.
• Manage operational budgets and strategic resource allocation.
• Collaborate with executives to ensure seamless integration and goals.
• Monitor KPIs and provide actionable insights to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with national/international regulations and safety standards.
• Oversee implementation of new technologies and systems.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication skills

ERP proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, seeks a Strategic Operations Director to optimize complex supply chains and drive growth. This executive role requires a visionary leader who can align operational strategy with market demands and lead a large team across warehousing, transportation, and inventory control.

You will manage budgets, implement continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies while collaborating with executive leadership