South Africa: Head of Entity posted by Edgexec (Pty) Ltd

About the Role

Edgexec (Pty) Ltd, a leading global container shipping and logistics group, is seeking an experienced professional to lead the launch of a new logistics entity in Ivory Coast. The Head of Entity will be responsible for building a high-performing operation from the ground up, with the mandate and backing to make bold decisions and drive sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full establishment of the logistics entity in Ivory Coast, including registration, licensing, infrastructure setup, and operational readiness.
• Identify, secure, and manage office space, warehousing capacity, transport partners, equipment, and supporting services.
• Define and implement the strategic vision, growth roadmap, SOPs, governance frameworks, and KPIs across sales, operations, and finance.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing logistics team, instilling a culture of accountability, collaboration, and customer excellence.
• Develop and execute a robust go-to-market strategy to position the business as a key logistics player in Ivory Coast and the broader West Africa corridor.
• Drive business development by identifying, pursuing, and closing opportunities across sectors, leveraging your market knowledge and network.
• Oversee delivery of end-to-end logistics solutions, including warehousing, distribution, intermodal transport (road, rail, sea), and cross-border operations.
• Manage relationships with customers, vendors, port authorities, customs agents, and other key stakeholders to ensure service reliability and operational efficiency.
• Own the P&L, including budgeting, forecasting, pricing models, cost optimisation and profitability management.
• Implement systems and processes to monitor performance, manage risk, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

• 1015+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain management, including senior leadership roles.
• Proven track record in setting up and/or leading logistics operations in Ivory Coast or the wider West or Southern Africa region.
• Strong understanding of Ivory Coasts logistics landscape, including warehousing, cross-border trade, customs regulations, port operations, and intermodal transport.
• Background in leading logistics or freight companies (for example global 3PLs, freight forwarders, or integrated logistics providers) is highly advantageous.

Qualifications

(No qualifications mentioned)

Salary & Benefits

(No salary or benefits information mentioned)

What you bring

• Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and inspire teams, with strong people leadership, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
• Solid commercial and financial acumen with hands-on experience in P&L management, pricing, cost modelling, and revenue growth.
• Proficiency in logistics management systems, CRM tools, and data-driven decision-making, with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills in multicultural environments, with the ability to build trusted relationships with customers, partners, and authorities.
• High integrity, sound judgement, and commitment to corporate governance, risk management, and ethical business practices.

What success looks like

• The entity is fully established, compliant, and operational, with the required facilities, systems, partners, and team in place within agreed timelines.
• A growing portfolio of customers and robust sales pipeline, with revenue, volume, and margin targets consistently met or exceeded.
• Efficient, reliable, and scalable logistics operations that deliver high service levels, optimised transit times, and competitive cost structures.
• Strong relationships with key customers, vendors, port stakeholders, and regulators, positioning the entity as a trusted logistics partner in Ivory Coast.
• A motivated, capable, and engaged team with clear accountability, strong performance, and low unwanted turnover.
• Continuous improvement culture embedded, with data-driven decisions, streamlined processes, and proactive risk management.
• The Ivory Coast entity recognised as a strategic contributor to the groups broader growth ambitions in West Africa.

Note

This position is open to Ivory Coast nationals or individuals with the legal right to work in Ivory Coast.