Wine Logistics Operations Manager – Hybrid (Stellenbosch)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Leave allowance

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape seeks a Logistics Operations Manager to lead on-site and remote logistics for wine producers and distributors. This role requires expertise in temperature-controlled transport, warehousing, and export procedures, with a focus on optimizing the supply chain and guiding a skilled team.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in logistics or related field and at least five years’ leadership experience, plus strong analytical and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, SCM, Business Admin or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive logistics and supply chain experience.
• Experience in wine or beverage logistics preferred.
• Proven leadership of logistics teams and operations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience with ERP and logistics software; able to liaise with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all logistics operations for wine producers and distributors.
• Develop and implement efficient supply chain strategies for inventory, transport and warehousing.
• Mentor a team of logistics coordinators and warehouse staff.
• Negotiate contracts with transportation carriers for cost-effectiveness and reliability.
• Ensure temperature-controlled handling and compliance with export/import rules.
• Monitor KPIs and generate reports on efficiency, costs, and service levels.
• Identify process improvements and implement supply chain enhancements.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Logistics optimization

Data-driven decision making

Hybrid work management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics / SCM / Business Admin

Tools

ERP systems

Logistics software

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape seeks a Logistics Operations Manager to lead on-site and remote logistics for wine producers and distributors. This role requires expertise in temperature-controlled transport, warehousing, and export procedures, with a focus on optimizing the supply chain and guiding a skilled team.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in logistics or related field and at least five years’ leadership experience, plus strong analytical and