Operations Manager
Hedz Recruitment
Job Vacancy: Operations Manager (Logistics & Warehousing) | Johannesburg
A well-established organisation in the logistics industry is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead its warehousing and logistics operations in Johannesburg.
This is a senior leadership role requiring a commercially minded professional with a proven track record of driving operational excellence, leading high-performing teams, improving efficiencies, and consistently achieving key business KPIs.
Minimum Requirements
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior management position within the logistics industry .
- Essential: Proven experience managing both warehousing and logistics operations .
- Demonstrated success in achieving and exceeding operational KPIs.
- Strong leadership experience managing large operational teams.
- Experience managing operational budgets and cost control initiatives.
- Sound understanding of inventory management, warehouse optimisation and distribution processes.
- Experience implementing and improving operational processes and efficiencies.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Strong knowledge of health and safety, quality and compliance standards.
- Proficient in Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Microsoft Office.
- Valid South African driver's licence.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all warehousing and logistics operations.
- Drive operational efficiency, productivity and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop, monitor and achieve operational KPIs and performance targets.
- Manage warehouse performance, inventory accuracy and stock control.
- Oversee transport, distribution and delivery operations.
- Ensure exceptional customer service and on-time delivery performance.
- Lead, coach and develop management and operational teams.
- Manage operational budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies.
- Analyse operational data and prepare management reports.
- Identify risks and implement effective operational solutions.
- Work closely with senior leadership to support business growth and strategic objectives.
If you are an experienced operations leader with a proven background in both warehousing and logistics , we'd like to hear from you.
Vacancy posted 26 days ago
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