Manager: Logistics and Operations Jobs

Purpose Statement

To plan, manage, and execute all logistics and operations activities, reporting, and strategies for the SABS. This includes managing the stores warehouse in line with statutory guidelines and other requirements.

Minimum Requirements

Qualification

• Grade 12
• Diploma + Advanced Diploma / B-Degree in Purchasing or Supply Chain Management or equivalent (NQF Level 7)
• Membership to a professional Procurement body e.g. CIPS (preferred)

Work Experience

• 10 years relevant work experience in Logistics and Operations, Stores, or Warehousing environment
• 3 years management experience

Duties and Responsibilities

Operational Management

• Help develop a strategy for the division and align it with the overall plan for the SCM Compliance business unit.
• Measure productivity against set objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement activities in your area of responsibility.
• Manage the business unit to achieve business objectives.
• Manage operations to deliver services on time and with quality, through effective resource management.
• Use business information to compile reports and metrics to measure success and inform decisions.
• Implement measures to improve productivity.

Functional Management

• Maintain systems to ensure compliance levels are upheld.
• Develop and manage monthly reporting and compliance schedules, and handle exceptions proactively.
• Provide technical support to the Head: SCM.
• Develop, plan, and implement procurement compliance strategies.
• Identify and prioritize SCM compliance projects in your area.
• Implement a system to monitor and report non-compliance issues.
• Lead processes to identify non-compliance matters.
• Perform regular internal control checks on SCM activities.
• Manage monthly reporting of irregular expenditure according to relevant rules.
• Oversee all audit activities for the SCM Unit.
• Manage and oversee the insurance contract for the SABS.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and manage insurance risks, including adequate coverage.
• Ensure insurance claims are submitted and processed on time.
• Ensure payments to the Insurance Broker are made on time to reduce risks.
• Provide oversight of the SABS tender committee and maintain records.
• Develop, review, and implement SCM policies to ensure compliance with legislation.
• Provide technical analysis and compliance reporting for decision-making by senior leaders.
• Oversee and manage SCM-related systems.
• Engage with National Treasury on SCM compliance issues for SABS.

Risk and Compliance Management

• Mitigate the business unit’s risk profile using fraud controls, risk prevention, and governance processes.
• Coordinate and maintain the SCM risk register and quality risk management per regulatory requirements.
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement operational controls for new requirements.
• Support internal and external audits with evidence.
• Oversee maintenance and enforcement of Service Level Agreements to minimize risks and ensure continuity.
• Ensure team adherence to all relevant laws, policies, and procedures.

Financial Management

• Provide input for planning and compiling the business unit’s annual budget, aligned with tactical plans.
• Implement, manage, and monitor the budget, and report on variances.
• Deploy proper financial controls to manage the budget.

People Management

• Manage direct reports to meet strategic objectives.
• Build high performance through employee empowerment, skills development, retention, and succession planning.
• Create an environment of integrity and ethics in all processes.
• Lead SCM Compliance by setting vision, prioritizing resources, aligning the team, managing performance, and fostering a customer-centric culture.
• Implement a learning culture.
• Drive performance management per SABS policy, address challenges, and develop subordinates.
• Champion change, culture, and diversity projects.
• Recruit and retain key talent.

Stakeholder Management

• Identify and fix internal barriers to improve customer service.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders for better management and reputation.
• Represent the organization in committees and task teams as needed.
• Chair meetings and present findings to stakeholders.
• Manage and resolve operational complaints promptly.
• Provide technical support on SCM Compliance matters.
• Document all stakeholder engagements for continuity.

Deadline: 7th November, 2025