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Cluster Manager - Gauteng

Cluster Manager - Gauteng

A.P. Moller - MaerskJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
23 days ago
Job description

Would you like to be part of a value-driven, commercially oriented international environment where we enable global trade every day? We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Cluster Manager to lead our Gauteng Contract Logistics operations. This role will oversee multiple warehouse facilities serving customers across FMCG, fashion & lifestyle, and technology verticals. The Cluster Manager will be accountable for P&L performance, operational excellence, and ensuring adherence to customer KPIs, while driving strategic growth and continuous improvement initiatives across the cluster.

WHAT WE ARE

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and have been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation, we are redefining the boundaries of possibility, continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence. At Maersk, we believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organization reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve. At Maersk, we are accelerating our logistics & services products to become the global integrator of container logistics and looking for team players to help us execute our process improvement initiative for Contract Logistics services. Join us as we harness cutting-edge technologies and unlock opportunities on a global scale. Together, let's sail towards a brighter, more sustainable future with Maersk.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Leadership

  • Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple warehouse sites within the cluster.
  • Ensure seamless execution of logistics services tailored to diverse industry verticals including FMCG, fashion & lifestyle, technology.
  • Drive safety, efficiency, productivity, and compliance with company standards and industry regulations.

Financial & Commercial Management

  • Full P&L ownership for the region, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization.
  • Identify opportunities to improve profitability while maintaining service excellence.
  • Partner with business development teams to support customer growth and retention.
  • Customer Excellence

  • Ensure strict adherence to customer KPIs and service-level agreements.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, acting as a trusted partner.
  • Proactively address operational challenges and implement solutions to exceed customer expectations.
  • People & Leadership

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of site operations managers and staff.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement in line with Maersk purposes and values.
  • Champion health, safety, and employee engagement across all sites.
  • Strategic Direction

  • Develop and execute regional strategies aligned with overall business objectives.
  • Drive innovation in warehouse operations, leveraging technology and best practices.
  • Anticipate market trends and position the business for sustainable growth.
  • WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • Bachelors Degree in Logistics, Engineering, Finance or similar.
  • Proven track record of no less than 5 years in senior leadership roles within contract logistics, supply chain, or related industries.
  • Strong financial acumen with experience in P&L management.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multi-site warehouse operations.
  • Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
  • Experience working with customers in FMCG, fashion & lifestyle, and technology sectors is highly desirable.
  • WHAT WE OFFER

  • An opportunity to lead a diverse and fast growing product family within a renowned multinational logistics business.
  • A collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.
  • The chance to make a significant impact on regional business performance.
  • Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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