Distribution Supervisor

SUMMARY:
Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for logistics and distribution? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established organisation as a Distribution Supervisor, where you’ll play a key role in ensuring the on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery of goods to both local and export markets.

POSITION INFO:
In this pivotal role, you will oversee distribution workflows, optimise fleet utilisation, manage staff performance, and ensure customer satisfaction — all while driving cost efficiency and operational accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee POD & route administration, ensuring accurate documentation and route planning readiness.
• Drive budget and cost efficiency, optimising truck capacity and controlling fuel consumption.
• Manage fleet maintenance & compliance, ensuring that servicing, licensing, and cleanliness standards are met.
• Ensure waybill accuracy and proper courier system administration.
• Act as managerial backup, maintaining service levels in the Distribution Manager’s absence.
• Guarantee OTIF delivery, prompt back order resolution, and the smooth loading of fleet and FGDS for branches and agents.
• Oversee stock accuracy & control, ensuring that correct quantities and formal distribution processes are followed.
• Lead stock taking & inventory management, including audits and pre-stocktake activities.
• Manage and develop staff, driving capability, performance, and accountability.
• Oversee customer collections and third-party equipment control (e.g., CHEP and Smartload).
• Prepare and submit accurate reporting, including daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.

• 🎓 Education:
  • Matric required
  • Tertiary qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Operations Management (advantageous)
• 💼 Experience:
  • 3–6 years’ experience in a manufacturing or logistics/distribution environment
  • Exposure to a global multinational environment preferred
• Skills & Competencies
  • Strong knowledge of warehouse, dispatch, transport, and route planning systems
  • Proficient in compiling and analysing operational reports
  • Deep understanding of fleet compliance, POD administration, and third-party logistics
  • Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
  • Assertive, decisive, and capable of leading a team under pressure
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • A proactive, accountable leader with a continuous improvement mindset

• ✅ Lead critical distribution operations for a reputable organisation
• ✅ Be part of a high-performance Supply Chain team driving excellence
• ✅ Opportunity to develop your leadership profile in a structured, fast-paced environment

• Supply Chain
• Warehousing & Logistics
• Procurement
• FMCG Operations