Third Party Logistics Manager – Supply Chain Industry

Hire Resolve; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is urgently seeking a Third Party Logistics Manager in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a B Com degree and 5 to 8 years of logistics experience. This role requires maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, leading transportation strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should apply by emailing their CV, with contact details provided for further queries. This role promises a fulfilling career change in the supply chain industry.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 to 8 years of logistics experience.
• Experience in owner driver management would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain relationships with government departments and stakeholders.
• Lead Route to Market strategy execution.
• Oversee transportation logistics control center.
• Monitor performance metrics and optimize transportation routes.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations.

Skills

Logistics experience

Owner driver management

Relationship management

Data analysis

Strategic planning

Education

B Com degree or related degree in Logistics, Transport, Business Management or Finance

Job description

Hire Resolve’s client in the Supply Chain industry is urgently seeking the expertise of a Third Party Logistics Manager in Rosebank, Johannesburg.

Responsibilities

• Maintain positive relationships with government departments (e.g., Department of Trade and Industry, Transport), regional distribution/logistics/warehouse managers, vehicle manufacturers/finance houses, business advisors, local authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Lead Route to Market strategy execution, collaborating with distribution services and warehouse managers.
• Develop and implement transportation plans and procedures.
• Address operational challenges.
• Oversee the transportation logistics control center.
• Monitor performance metrics.
• Manage owner driver budgets and spend.
• Lead governance (RACM) related to owner drivers.
• Manage the owner driver processing team.
• Conduct CAP assessments.
• Analyze distribution/transportation data.
• Develop strategic partnerships.
• Optimize transportation routes.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay abreast of industry advancements.
• Resolve customer issues.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations.
• Monitor carrier performance.
• Develop a quality management system.
• Oversee owner driver/process/carrier compliance audits.
• Ensure safety and risk processes are followed.

Requirements

• A minimum of a B Com degree or related B Degree in Logistics, Transport, Business Management or Finance.
• A minimum of 5 to 8 years logistics experience, and owner driver management would be an added advantage.

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career‑changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to [e-mail] or visit website: www.hireresolve.co.za.

You are also welcome to contact Adrienne Steyn on LinkedIn, or send her your CV at [e-mail].

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.