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Logistics / Operations Manager - Engineering EquipmentProstaff Holdings • Johannesburg, South Africa
Logistics / Operations Manager - Engineering Equipment

Logistics / Operations Manager - Engineering Equipment

Prostaff Holdings • Johannesburg, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job description

Minimum requirements for the role :

  • Must be computer literate with Excel and Power point experience.
  • Must be proficient in calculations of GP, Costs, Percentiles, exchange rates.
  • A bachelors degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related field is preferred for the role.
  • Previous experience having worked for an international company within a logistics, inventory, or product management role within the engineering or manufacturing or related environments is preferred.
  • Proven experience managing large-scale inventory across multiple warehouses or branches is preferred.
  • Familiarity working with inventory forecasting tools is essential.
  • Must have a strong knowledge of inventory planning, product flows, and stock management best practices as well as excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Proficiency in ERP and warehouse management systems, with advanced Excel reporting skills is preferred.
  • Strong leadership and team management capabilities as well as being able to communicate, negotiate with all levels of staff as well as stakeholders.
  • Must have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven international manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for :

  • Managing and overseeing all product inventory, stock levels, and material flows to ensure on-time delivery and cost-effective logistics operations. The role focuses heavily on product and stock management, requiring close collaboration with production, procurement, warehousing, and sales teams to optimise inventory accuracy, minimise capital lock-up, and ensure high product availability for customers.
  • Working closely with all staff within the company to expedite and procure overdue stock items internationally from suppliers to support project closures.
  • Maintaining ISO compliance and addressing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
  • Managing and overseeing the company fleet to ensure operational efficiency at all times.
  • Managing product flows from manufacturing facilities to distribution centres, warehouses, and customers.
  • Coordinating with production and procurement teams to align stock levels with production schedules and customer demands.
  • Monitoring and maintaining optimal stock levels to prevent overstocking, shortages, or obsolete inventory.
  • Implementing effective stock rotation, replenishment, and product tracking procedures to ensure accuracy and product integrity.
  • Expediting the movement of critical products, spare parts, and project-related stock to meet deadlines and minimise downtime.
  • Managing product demand forecasts in collaboration with sales, operations, and procurement teams.
  • Reporting on product availability, stock turnover, and capital lock-up to senior management and finance teams.
  • Leading and mentoring the logistics and inventory control team to achieve performance targets and service excellence.
  • Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.

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