National Operations Manager

Recruiter:

OttoBauthentic

Job Ref:

2065232748

Date posted:

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Our client, a well-established Express Breakbulk Road Freight company seeks a National Operations Manager, based in Johannesburg, to ensure the smooth operational running of branches within KZN, Mpumalanga and Gauteng.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure operational processes and procedures are implement in all aspects of operations
Manage operational targets across the business
Manage the Branch in Johannesburg
Oversee the operations for all 9 branches to ensure they meet their operational KPIs
Develop and lead direct reports to achieve objectives.
Ensure compliance with relevant legal and statutory requirements and internationally accepted environmental, health, safety and quality standards.
Contribute to annual operational budget forecast
Take immediate action on non-compliance issues
Ensure the OHS and quality standards
Identify and timeously address functional related problems and opportunities
Ensure client relationships are maintained
Competitor analysis
Control expenses to assist with the GP of the branches
experience with unions nationally
Manage Employment Equity requirements in the branches.
Experience with Disciplinary Codes and Procedures

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience:

Matric
Tertiary qualification in Logistics or Supply Chain (RAU qualifications very advantageous)
10 Years’ experience in the Breakbulk Road Transport Industry
Min 8 Years’ experience in a Leadership and Operations Management Role
Experience in dealing with Unions essential
Fleet Management and mechanical knowledge required

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