405 Distribution jobs in South Africa

We’re on the hunt for a Distribution Operations Lead. Are you passionate about maintaining and improving the daily operations of a business, coordinating across IT, Data, Franchise Support, Facilities and other departments? Do you thrive in a focused, solutions-driven team? If so, we’re eager to learn more about you!

As a Distribution Operations Lead, you will take ownership of our operational infrastructure, including sales platforms, technology, software and nationwide franchise operations. You will be responsible for improving distribution processes to meet business goals, applying technology and AI to reduce cost of sale, supporting strategic and business-as-usual initiatives, and managing rollout of projects with clear ROI projections.

If you have the following:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering, Operations, IT, Science or Business Management
• Five to ten years of experience in operational leadership roles
• Experience in project management and implementing new systems and technology
• A history of leading teams and delivering measurable improvements

We’d love to hear from you!

Job Purpose

The Distribution Centre (DC) Manager is responsible for managing the overall operations of the Distribution Centre to ensure efficient receipt, storage, inventory management, order fulfilment, and distribution of goods to retail stores and customers.

The role ensures operational excellence, cost efficiency, regulatory compliance, and high levels of service delivery in alignment with company goals.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Management

• Oversee the full end-to-end warehouse and Distribution Centre operations, including inbound, storage, picking, packing, outbound, and reverse logistics.
• Ensure operational efficiency through adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimise productivity, reduce costs, and improve turnaround times.
• Implement and monitor warehouse management systems (WMS) and ensure accurate stock control.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, organisation, and layout within the DC.

Staff Leadership & Management

• Lead, supervise, and develop a team of supervisors, team leaders, and warehouse staff.
• Manage workforce planning, shift scheduling, and labour allocation to meet operational demands.
• Drive staff engagement, training, and development to improve performance and skills.
• Conduct performance appraisals and take corrective action where necessary.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) regulations, company policies, and legal requirements.
• Oversee regular safety inspections, risk assessments, and staff safety training.
• Maintain compliance with audit and regulatory standards.

Customer Service & Stakeholder Engagement

• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods to stores/customers in line with SLAs.
• Act as the key contact between the DC and internal stakeholders (procurement, retail operations, transport, HR, etc.).
• Handle escalations and resolve issues related to order fulfilment, inventory accuracy, or service failures.

Financial & Resource Management

• Manage and monitor the DC budget, including labour, transport, utilities, and operational costs.
• Control stock losses, shrinkage, damages, and returns.
• Ensure optimal use of resources (equipment, fleet, systems) to drive cost efficiencies.

Reporting & Performance Management

• Track and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) such as order accuracy, delivery performance, stock accuracy, turnaround times, and cost efficiency.
• Prepare and present regular operational reports to senior management.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to improve operational outcomes.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Order accuracy rate.
• On-time delivery to stores/customers.
• Inventory accuracy and shrinkage control.
• Operational cost vs. budget.
• Staff productivity, retention, and engagement levels.
• Compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Grade 12 / Matric (essential).
• Degree/Diploma in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business Management (essential).
• 5 – 7 years’ experience in warehouse/distribution management, preferably in a retail environment.
• Proven track record of managing large teams and complex operations.
• Strong knowledge of WMS, ERP systems, and logistics technology.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership, people management, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making ability.
• Strong planning, organisational, and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management.
• Financial and commercial acumen.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure retail logistics environment.

Working Conditions

• Based at a high-volume Distribution Centre.
• Requires extended hours, weekends, or public holidays during peak trading periods.
• Fast-moving, high-demand environment with strict deadlines.

Domain Logistics, Operations

Type of contract Regular position

Experience Minimum 3 years

Manage 2 warehouses (LMP and DDC). Stock rotation and slow-moving stock in the product life cycle, building an operational excellence culture and passionately deliver customer service within all sector SLA’s and enforce MOQ’s.

A diverse customer market ranging from B2B, OEM, DIY, Mining, and Manufacturing as well as retail network with a diverse SLA requirement and a SKU range of more than 350 items.

HSEQ:

To ensure constant adherence and compliance to company HSEQ and security standards, local by-laws, standards and legislation. Promote safe working practices and be an advocate for a safe working environment.

To effectively manage and minimise HSE risk within area of responsibility by ensuring:

Compliance with all HSE Policies, rules, guidelines and legal requirements. Report near misses.

Promotion of safe working environment and positively contributing to the company HSE KPIs and risk reduction strategies

That HSE competency requirements are identified & enforced within area of responsibility.

Comply and ensure that all business partners are aligned to all relevant health, safety, environmental, and quality standards including Maestro, Patrom, and all required reporting and continuous improvement initiatives. Adhere to developed action plans on recommendations and ensure follow up and compliance of such programs.

People Management:

Direct work schedules to provide business continuity during absence periods.

Manage third party staff to improve primary transport utilization.

Governance:

To ensure effective risk management and internal control, including asset management for the area of indirect responsibility, as well as compliance of business partners and contractors.

Follow up and close findings emanating from various audits.

Ensure compliance with group purchasing policies.

Lubricants product deployment and operations at the Durban Distribution Centre and Lubricants Manufacturing Plant (LMP):

To achieve the optimal mix of services and cost in the storage, handling, and distribution of lubricants to local and export customers. Manage and monitor the logistics and transport activities to ensure efficiency by reducing cost and delivery cycle times and ensuring optimal customer service levels (OTIF).

Monitoring stock levels using SAP and MRP systems.

Ability to amend sales orders, goods issuing, and generating invoices.

Monitor in transit deliveries (inbound & outbound) and ensure closure within specified timeframe.

Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to meet and exceed targets.

Coordinate monthly stock count activities in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Compile and complete stock recons and close variances on stock deficits. Reports monthly on mass balance meetings.

Assist external auditors in yearly stock counts.

Coordinating warehouse and transport activities with 3PL’s providers.

Responsible to audit and verify transport invoices and liaise with accounts payable and transport vendors.

Dead stock: Identify, report, providing rework and disposal solutions. Manage write offs.

Support primary loading out of LMP and drive maximum throughout.

Assist with load planning for all depots and ISPs.

Constant engagement with relevant, depots, ISPs, transporters, production planning dept, and sales stakeholders.

Manage Chep pallets and IBCs. Ensure stock counts and recons done timeously.

Ensure routine meetings are held (sales, supply chain, production, management).

Nurture a culture of continual improvement in the team.

• Appropriate business or tertiary qualification Diploma/Degree (preference for Logistics/Transportation/Engineering/Supply Chain).
• 5 – 10 years experience in Warehousing and Logistics in an FMCG environment.
• Applied management, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Advanced understanding of Contract Management and outsourced functions management.
• Advanced understanding of WMS and SAP MRP fuctionality.
• People management and development experience.
• Extensive experience in stock management and transportation.

TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.

TotalEnergies is an equal opportunity employer and all applicants that meet the specified criteria will receive consideration for employment without discriminating unfairly on any arbitrary ground, including but not limited to race, gender, sex, ethnic or social origin, colour, sexual orientation, age, disability, religious conscience belief, political opinion, culture, language, marital status, or family responsibility.

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Johannesburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

We are seeking a Warehouse Manager based at our Denver operations in Johannesburg.Create the perfect work experience.At Fluidra, we are not just about providing a fun and inclusive work environment. Our values guide our behaviour, and we are committed to responsibly providing the perfect pool experience. With a solid geographical footprint, over 45 countries, and a workforce of over 450 staff in South Africa, we are a global leader in our industry.About the role.Reporting directly to Philip Loots, the DC Manager, the successful candidate will oversee all warehouse operations at our Denver Distribution Centre. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage a fast-paced warehouse environment, taking full responsibility for all warehouse activities, including receiving (both internal and external), stock and bin management, cycle counting, handling returns and reworks, and ensuring strict adherence to health and safety standards.

• Manage daily warehouse operations within the Denver Distribution Centre, ensuring smooth and efficient workflows.
• Oversee receiving processes for both internal transfers and external shipments, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
• Maintain accurate stock and bin management to optimise inventory organisation and accessibility.
• Conduct and supervise cycle counts to verify inventory accuracy and address discrepancies promptly.
• Handle returns and rework processes efficiently, minimising impact on warehouse operations.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, promoting a safe working environment for all staff.
• Lead, train, and motivate warehouse staff to maintain high levels of productivity and morale.
• Coordinate with other departments such as procurement, logistics, and quality assurance to support overall supply chain effectiveness.
• Monitor warehouse performance using relevant metrics and reports, identifying areas for improvement.
• Maintain warehouse equipment and facilities to ensure operational readiness and safety.
• Implement and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) and best practices within the warehouse.

• National Senior Certificate / Matric / Grade 12 Certificate (Completed)
• A minimum of 5 years’ supervisory or management experience in a warehouse management or supervisory role is required.
• Computer literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ideally, the candidate should have at least 2 years of experience working with Syspro Inventory ERP or a similar inventory management system.
• Experience in Industrial Relations (IR) would be beneficial
• Strong leadership and team management skills to motivate and guide warehouse staff effectively.
• Excellent communication skills for clear coordination with internal teams and external partners.
• High attention to detail to ensure accuracy in inventory management and operational processes.
• Reliability and accountability to consistently meet deadlines and uphold safety standards.
• Problem-solving ability to quickly address operational challenges and improve processes.
• Adaptability and flexibility to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently.
• Commitment to health and safety compliance and fostering a safe work culture
• A valid driver’s license and own reliable transport are required for this role.

Fluidra is a workplace where everyone can develop.

Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks after the closing date, please note that your application was unsuccessful.

We’re on the hunt for a Distribution Operations Lead. Are you passionate about maintaining and improving the daily operations of a business, coordinating across IT, Data, Franchise Support, Facilities and other departments? Do you thrive in a focused, solutions-driven team? If so, we’re eager to learn more about you!

As a Distribution Operations Lead, you will take ownership of our operational infrastructure, including sales platforms, technology, software and nationwide franchise operations. You will be responsible for improving distribution processes to meet business goals, applying technology and AI to reduce cost of sale, supporting strategic and business-as-usual initiatives, and managing rollout of projects with clear ROI projections.

If you have the following:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering, Operations, IT, Science or Business Management
• Five to ten years of experience in operational leadership roles
• Experience in project management and implementing new systems and technology
• A history of leading teams and delivering measurable improvements
  
  

Join a leading team in the logistics industry that helps ensure road users get home safely every day. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in distribution planning and supply chain operations.

Position Title: Junior Distribution Planner
Reporting To: Control Tower Lead – Operations
Location: Germiston

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience in distribution planning, logistics, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of logistics, distribution planning, and expediting processes.
• Exposure to data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with transportation management systems and supply chain optimization .

• Assist in executing delivery plans and optimizing routes.
• Coordinate inventory, production, warehousing, and transport.

• Fast-track orders to meet urgent needs.
• Resolve delivery issues with suppliers and carriers.
• Provide shipment updates to stakeholders.

• Support handling of delays and disruptions.
• Assist in contingency planning and issue resolution.

• Plan and manage urgent, unplanned deliveries.
• Ensure timely execution and accurate tracking.

• Maintain records of orders, schedules, and inventory.
• Assist with performance reporting and data analysis.

• Align with internal teams and external partners.
• Communicate effectively to ensure smooth operations.