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Operations Manager (Maydon wharf)

Executive Placements
Durban Full-day Full-time

Description:

Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelors degree/ Diploma in Operations Management, Logistics, new business venture or a related field is required.
  • Certification in Occupational Health and Safety or related SHEQ disciplines preferred.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in operations, logistics, or warehouse management, preferably in the port precinct or industrial sectors.
  • Minimum 3-5 years experience in new business development within a product-based environment.
Proven track record of managing multi-site warehouse operations and leading cross-functional teams. Strong familiarity with BBBEE compliance, including transformation reporting and audit preparation. Experience in implementing continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen. Hands-on experience with SHEQ compliance, including legal appointments and safety audits. Proficient in SAP, Microsoft Excel, and other reporting tools for operational analytics is an added advantage. Key Competencies :
Operational planning, logistics management and new business acquisition. Budgeting and cost control. SHEQ compliance and risk awareness. People management and leadership. Stakeholder engagement and communication. Problem-solving and decision-making. Time management and attention to detail. Understanding of BBBEE requirements and transformation reporting Management :
Manage daily operational activities, including planning and coordinating the movement of goods in and out of the warehouses. Ensure effective inventory control, optimal space utilisation, and efficient loading/unloading processes. Monitor budgets and meet financial targets. Drive cost-saving initiatives. Be well experienced in SHEQ requirements in line with the 16.2 legal appointments, promoting a safe working environment and managing associated reporting. Lead and support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives across operational processes, systems, and resource planning. Submission of monthly operational reports, performance metrics to TNPA, and board-level inputs. Manage procurement and infrastructure improvement projects, including CAPEX reporting and vendor engagement, ensuring timely completion and alignment with operational needs. Oversee transformation and compliance-related deliverables under the BBBEE framework. Liaise with stakeholders to ensure operational alignment with strategic objectives and compliance requirements. Lead, mentor and coordinate operat
09 Jan 2026;   from: gumtree.co.za

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