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Group Logistics Manager

Boardroom Appointments3,354 open roles

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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GROUP LOGISTICS MANAGER

Location: Johannesburg

Industry: Manufacturing / FMCG / Supply Chain

A leading manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced Group Logistics Manager to lead and optimise logistics and supply chain operations across multiple manufacturing and distribution sites.

This is a senior leadership role suited to a commercially minded logistics professional with strong experience in transport, warehousing, inventory management, operational integration, and multi-site supply chain optimisation.

THE ROLE

You will be responsible for leading and integrating logistics and supply chain operations across the group, ensuring efficiency, standardisation, visibility, and operational excellence across all sites.

The role focuses on driving scalable logistics operations, improving service delivery, optimising transport and warehousing functions, and supporting broader business growth objectives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Logistics Strategy & Operational Excellence

  • Developing and implementing group-wide logistics and supply chain strategies
  • Driving standardisation of logistics processes, frameworks, and operational controls
  • Leading continuous improvement initiatives across logistics and distribution functions
  • Ensuring efficient, reliable, and cost-effective end-to-end logistics operations

Transport & Distribution Management

  • Optimising transport networks, fleet utilisation, and delivery schedules
  • Improving routing efficiency and service delivery performance
  • Managing third-party logistics providers and transport partners against KPIs and service standards
  • Monitoring transport costs, operational efficiency, and distribution performance

Warehousing & Inventory Management

  • Overseeing warehousing operations and inventory control processes across all facilities
  • Ensuring accurate stock visibility and inventory management practices
  • Managing stock movement, stock takes, cycle counts, and inventory accuracy
  • Reducing slow-moving and obsolete stock to improve working capital efficiency

Systems, Reporting & Data Visibility

  • Driving utilisation and optimisation of logistics systems including: ERP WMS TMS
  • Developing logistics dashboards, reporting frameworks, and performance metrics
  • Supporting data-driven decision-making and operational visibility
  • Ensuring reporting accuracy, consistency, and data integrity across multiple sites

Operational Planning & Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Collaborating closely with production, procurement, sales, and operational teams
  • Aligning logistics planning with production requirements and customer demand
  • Ensuring efficient dispatch processes and issue resolution across operations
  • Supporting integrated supply chain and operational planning initiatives

Governance, SHEQ & Compliance

  • Ensuring compliance with logistics, transport, and operational regulations
  • Driving SHEQ standards and safety compliance across logistics operations
  • Supporting audits, governance frameworks, and operational discipline
  • Promoting a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement

Financial & Cost Management

  • Managing logistics budgets, forecasting, and cost control initiatives
  • Monitoring operational cost drivers and financial performance
  • Driving initiatives to improve logistics efficiency and reduce operational costs
  • Supporting financial discipline and performance optimisation across the logistics network

Leadership & Team Development

  • Leading logistics and supply chain teams across multiple sites
  • Driving high-performance culture through KPIs, coaching, and development initiatives
  • Supporting capability building and succession planning across teams
  • Leading cross-functional collaboration and operational accountability

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in: Supply Chain Management Logistics Industrial Engineering Operations Management Or related field
  • Minimum 7–10 years' experience in logistics and supply chain management
  • Minimum 3–5 years' experience in a senior or management role within a multi-site environment
  • Strong experience within: FMCG Manufacturing Distribution Complex operational environments
  • Proven experience in: Transport optimisation Warehousing Inventory management Logistics network optimisation Third-party logistics management
  • Strong understanding of ERP, WMS, and TMS systems
  • Strong financial management, budgeting, and cost control capability
  • Knowledge of SHEQ and logistics compliance requirements

Advantageous Skills

  • Postgraduate qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Operations Management
  • Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies

WHO YOU ARE

  • A strategic logistics leader with strong operational capability
  • Analytical and data-driven in decision-making approach
  • Commercially minded with strong cost optimisation focus
  • A collaborative leader able to work across multiple business functions
  • Results-driven with strong execution capability
  • Passionate about operational excellence and continuous improvement

WHY THIS ROLE

  • Opportunity to lead logistics operations across a large multi-site environment
  • Strategic role driving supply chain optimisation and operational excellence
  • Exposure to complex manufacturing and distribution operations
  • High-impact leadership role with strong operational influence
  • Opportunity to drive transformation, efficiency, and business growth initiatives
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