National Operations Manager (Supply Chain)

Recruiter:

The HR Company

Job Ref:

Dur000348/Candi

Date posted:

Tuesday, July 15, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

1200000 Annually

SUMMARY:
A leading national FMCG distributor seeks a dynamic National Operations Manager to drive performance and streamline operations across all Distribution Centres. Take charge of warehousing, transport, planning, and route optimisation to deliver excellence nationally.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:

Relevant tertiary qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management
Extensive experience with WMS platforms.
Proven experience in fleet and warehouse management

Duties include:

Strategic & Management Functions:

Develop and implement long-term logistics and supply chain strategies aligned with business goals.
Lead cross-functional teams to improve service delivery, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Collaborate with senior leadership to set performance KPIs and strategic targets.
Manage departmental budgets, forecasting, and resource planning.
Oversee the development and implementation of operational policies and procedures.
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across the supply chain and logistics functions.
Mentor and develop warehouse and logistics teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Operational Responsibilities:

Lead and manage warehouse and logistics operations across multiple sites.
Design and optimize warehouse layouts and truck configurations for maximum efficiency.
Conduct detailed costings on warehouses, trucks, and delivery routes.
Analyse delivery networks to identify opportunities for optimization and cost savings.
Investigate and manage stock losses across all operations.
Implement strategies to reduce overall stock loss.
Oversee fleet management, including scheduling, maintenance, and cost control.
Generate and present weekly and monthly operational and expense reports.

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