Logistics Distribution Manager FMCG

Port Elizabeth - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 5years

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Our client is seeking an experienced Logistics / Distribution Manager to join the Coega Port Elizabeth team

Plan coordinate and manage all logistics and distribution activities across local and export markets

Oversee warehousing transportation and distribution to ensure optimal stock flow and on-time delivery

Manage third-party logistics providers (3PLs) transporters clearing agents and freight forwarders

Monitor and optimise logistics costs fleet utilisation and route planning

Manage export logistics processes including documentation customs clearance Incoterms and international shipping

Ensure compliance with South African export regulations customs requirements and destination country regulations

Coordinate with clearing agents and freight forwarders for sea air and road freight

Manage export lead times container planning and cross-border distribution (SADC and international markets)

Manage high-volume fast-moving stock with tight delivery timelines and shelf-life constraints

Collaborate with Sales Demand Planning Production and Finance to align forecasts and stock availability

Ensure compliance with OHSA road transport regulations and company safety standards

Implement and monitor SOPs for warehousing distribution and export processes

Manage risk insurance claims loss prevention and damage control

Requirements

Grade 12

Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Logistics Supply Chain Management Transport Management or a related field

Minimum 58 years experience in logistics or distribution management within an FMCG environment

Proven export logistics experience including cross-border shipments and international trade

Experience managing warehouses transport operations and 3PLs

Strong knowledge of South African transport customs and export regulations

Strong understanding of FMCG distribution models and high-volume logistics

Experience with Syspro or similar system

Experience managing a large team

Candidate must reside in the Port Elizabeth / Uitenhage area

Required Skills:

Grade 12 Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Logistics Supply Chain Management Transport Management or a related field Minimum 58 years experience in logistics or distribution management within an FMCG environment Proven export logistics experience including cross-border shipments and international trade Experience managing warehouses transport operations and 3PLs Strong knowledge of South African transport customs and export regulations Strong understanding of FMCG distribution models and high-volume logistics Experience with Syspro or similar system Experience managing a large team Candidate must reside in the Port Elizabeth / Uitenhage area

Required Education:

Grade 12Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Logistics Supply Chain Management Transport Management or a related field

Our client is seeking an experienced Logistics / Distribution Manager to join the Coega Port Elizabeth team Plan coordinate and manage all logistics and distribution activities across local and export markets Oversee warehousing transportation and distribution to ensure optimal stock...