Operations Leader– Product Distribution&Supply Chain, Johannesburg

A growing product distribution business based in

Roodepoort, Gauteng

is seeking an experienced

Operations Leader

to oversee the end-to-end operational value chain, including supplier coordination, contract manufacturing, inventory planning, and warehouse logistics. This hands-on role is responsible for ensuring efficient coordination between suppliers, manufacturing partners, sales administration, and distribution while maintaining strong service levels and inventory control in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

5–8 years’ experience in operations, supply chain, or business management

Experience managing contract manufacturers and external suppliers

Background in FMCG, consumer goods, distribution, or product-based environments required

Strong knowledge of ERP systems (Odoo, Syspro, SAGE or similar)

Advanced Excel and strong analytical ability

Proven leadership experience managing operational or warehouse teams

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day operations from procurement through to delivery

Coordinate suppliers, contract manufacturers, warehouse operations, and sales administration

Oversee inventory planning, replenishment cycles, and demand alignment

Monitor supplier performance, production schedules, and stock availability

Manage procurement of buy-out/white-label products

Ensure efficient order fulfilment, warehouse operations, and logistics processes

Control operational costs and support budgeting and planning

Lead and develop the operations and warehouse team

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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