Strategic Operations Lead – Warehousing & Logistics

Scateck; Krugersdorp; On-site; ZAR 650 000 - 850 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead strategic projects and enhance operational excellence across its service centre. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of experience in logistics or supply chain operations and a relevant qualification in Operations Management. Responsibilities include managing improvement projects, overseeing new systems rollouts, and coordinating cross-functional initiatives. This role requires strong leadership, project management skills, and the ability to drive change.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years’ experience in warehousing, distribution, logistics, or supply chain operations.
• Proven experience managing operational projects or leading process improvement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of warehouse optimization and WMS functionality.
• Excellent analytical, planning, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage operational improvement projects across service centres and warehousing.
• Oversee the rollout of new systems and processes.
• Drive optimization of workflows and warehouse layout.
• Conduct operational analysis for cost savings.
• Monitor operational KPIs and identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with managers to resolve operational challenges.
• Manage relationships and performance of key service providers.
• Lead initiatives on health & safety improvements.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects.
• Support capacity planning and forecasting.

Skills

Project management

Process improvement mindset

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Change management

Education

Relevant qualification in Operations Management, Logistics, Supply Chain or Engineering

Job description

A leading logistics company in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead strategic projects and enhance operational excellence across its service centre. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of experience in logistics or supply chain operations and a relevant qualification in Operations Management. Responsibilities include managing improvement projects, overseeing new systems rollouts, and coordinating cross-functional initiatives. This role requires strong leadership, project management skills, and the ability to drive change.