Job Description
About the Role
Hire Resolve’s client is seeking a Distribution Services Manager to join their team in Johannesburg, GP. This role enhances the company’s analytical capabilities to drive productivity, improve customer service, and increase profitability. It focuses on optimizing the logistics network, distribution footprint, and service levels through strategic route-to-market planning.
Key Responsibilities
- Interface with Commercial; Customer Growth Teams; Manufacturing; Supply Chain; Logistics Senior Executive Committee to align on Logistics footprint; Route to Market and volume allocation.
- Interfaces with Finance and Regional Teams to align on budget development and analysis on optimization opportunities to deliver Logistics commitments.
- Interacts with Distribution Centres, Strategic Distributors and Regions to ensure alignment between plans and operational outputs.
- Engages with the Logistics & Distribution Forums to conduct benchmarking, identify and develop best in class ways of work in the Logistics Distribution fraternity.
- Manage engagements with external stakeholders i.e., service providers.
- Aligns with the Demand Planning Team to ensure product availability to agreed customer groupings.
Requirements
- A recognized Tertiary Degree Qualification in Logistics or Transportation management or related.
- Minimum of 5 to 8 years relevant logistics experience.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years leadership and team management experience.
- Experience in Distribution Planning systems and processes development.
- Experience in operating effectively in a matrix organization with stakeholders across functions at an executive and senior management level as well as between the centre and the regions.
Qualifications
- No qualifications mentioned in the original job description, so this section is skipped.
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: negotiable (original wording kept exactly as stated)
Contact Information
Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
- Salary: Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Sonique Beetge at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.
- You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: .za
How to Apply
Click the green “Go Apply” button below to apply directly online with the employer.
About Other Management Jobs in Gauteng
In the Gauteng region of South Africa, the management profession offers various opportunities across multiple industries. The general job market trends indicate a demand for experienced professionals who can lead and manage teams effectively. This is particularly evident in sectors such as technology, where companies like Google and Microsoft often require skilled managers to oversee their operations.
Typically, salaries for other management positions in Gauteng fall within broad ranges. For instance, entry-level roles may command salaries between R400 000 to R600 000 per annum, while senior management positions can expect salary ranges of R1 million to R3 million or more, depending on factors like experience, company size, and industry sector. It is essential to note that these are general estimates and actual salaries can vary significantly.
Common skills required for other management roles in Gauteng include excellent communication, leadership, strategic planning, problem-solving, and analytical skills. These professionals must be able to manage people, projects, and resources effectively, often working in fast-paced environments where adaptability is crucial. Strong business acumen, emotional intelligence, and the ability to make informed decisions are also highly valued.
The financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and other sectors commonly employ management professionals with a range of skills. In these industries, roles such as operations manager, project manager, business development manager, and departmental head are common. These positions often require experience, leadership skills, and the ability to drive growth and efficiency.
Career development opportunities for those in management roles in Gauteng abound. With experience, professionals can move into senior leadership positions or transition into related fields such as HR, consulting, or entrepreneurship. Many companies offer training and development programs to support their employees’ career progression, providing opportunities for advancement and skill enhancement.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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