Central Johannesburg: National Distribution Manager posted by Ntice Sourcing Solutions

National Distribution Manager Our client, a leading South African retail and healthcare organisation, is seeking an experienced National Distribution Manager to lead and optimise its national distribution and transport operations. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity responsible for a complex national distribution network supporting operations across South Africa and selected cross-border markets. The successful candidate will drive operational excellence across transport, distribution, customer service, third-party logistics, and continuous improvement initiatives while leading large operational teams within a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The role offers the opportunity to influence strategic distribution initiatives, optimise national logistics performance, and play a key role in supporting the continued growth of a highly successful organisation. Duties and Responsibilities National Distribution Leadership Lead and optimise national distribution operations across multiple sites and regions Drive operational excellence, service delivery, and customer satisfaction across the distribution network Support network growth, scalability, and continuous improvement initiatives Monitor operational performance and implement strategies to improve efficiency and service levels Ensure distribution operations effectively support business objectives and customer demand Transport & Logistics Optimisation Drive transport efficiency, route optimisation, fleet utilisation, and delivery performance Identify and implement cost-saving and productivity improvement initiatives Monitor distribution costs and operational performance against agreed targets Drive operational efficiencies across transport and logistics operations Ensure effective utilisation of distribution assets and resources Third-Party Logistics & Vendor Management Manage strategic relationships with third-party logistics providers and transport partners Monitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to service level agreements Drive accountability and continuous improvement across outsourced logistics operations Support supplier reviews, contract management, and operational performance initiatives Leadership, Governance & Compliance Lead, mentor, and develop regional and national operational teams Foster a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement Ensure compliance with transport, logistics, safety, and regulatory requirements Maintain strong operational governance, risk management, and health & safety standards Support business continuity and operational resilience initiatives Remuneration and Benefits Competitive executive-level salary package Performance-based incentive structure Opportunity to lead a nationally significant distribution operation Exposure to large-scale logistics, transport, and supply chain optimisation initiatives Strategic leadership role with significant operational influence Opportunity to drive transformation and continuous improvement across a complex distribution environment Career growth within a highly successful and market-leading organisation Minimum Requirements Relevant tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field 8-10 years’ experience within large-scale distribution, logistics, transport, or supply chain environments Proven experience managing multi-site distribution operations Strong transport, fleet, and third-party logistics management experience Experience within retail, FMCG, pharmaceutical, logistics, manufacturing, or similarly complex environments Strong commercial, operational, and leadership capability What Will Make You Successful in This Role? A proven track record leading large-scale distribution and logistics operations Strong operational and commercial acumen The ability to balance service delivery excellence with cost optimisation Experience driving logistics, transport, and distribution performance improvements Strong stakeholder management and leadership capability A results-driven approach with a passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement Key Performance Indicators Distribution service level achievement Delivery performance and customer satisfaction Fleet utilisation and transport efficiency Distribution cost optimisation Third-party logistics provider performance Operational compliance and governance standards Continuous improvement and productivity outcomes This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior logistics and distribution leader to take ownership of a complex national operation and play a key role in shaping the future of a highly successful organisation’s supply chain network. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence strategy, drive operational excellence, and make a measurable impact across a critical business function.