Logistics Operations Manager

About the position

Our client in the mining industry is seeking a Logistics Operations Manager to oversee multiple operational sites across Mpumalanga. The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:?

• Contribute to organizational strategy by understanding key strategic drivers and providing input annually.
• Develop departmental strategy aligned to business objectives, securing approvals annually.
• Create and submit departmental operations plans, including projects and KPIs, for approval.
• Report on departmental performance against targets, identifying areas of concern and progress, submitting quarterly or as required.
• Manage operational performance by tracking targets, identifying anomalies, and implementing corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with local and corporate requirements, promoting ethical behavior and integrity.
• Oversee the development and implementation of departmental business processes, monitoring efficiency and compliance.
• Develop departmental policies and procedures aligned with best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Implement logistics strategy effectively, ensuring optimal stock placement, adherence to plans, and cost reductions.
• Manage departmental expenditure, tracking spend against budget and taking corrective action where necessary.
• Develop and maintain departmental risk management framework, reviewing strategies and implementing improvements.
• Manage SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) by ensuring training programs are completed and compliance gaps addressed.
• Monitor and implement HR policies, addressing areas of non-compliance and corrective actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management or equivalent.
• Must have 8-10 years' operational logistics or supply chain experience in a mining environment.
• Proficiency in SAP, ERP systems, and MS Office.
• Strong leadership and people management experience, including managing teams, performance, and operational objectives.
• Knowledge of SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) standards and compliance in a mining context.

Desired Skills:

• SAP
• ERP