Operations Manager

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Operations Manager within a leading road freight operation, overseeing distribution across Africa. This role is ideal for a results-driven professional who thrives in managing cross-border logistics, optimising transport operations, and ensuring efficient, on-time delivery across multiple regions.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic oversight of wholesale petroleum operations, ensuring alignment with business objectives, market demand, and South African fuel regulations.
• Optimise fuel storage, distribution, and road freight networks to improve efficiency, cost control, and service reliability.
• Oversee bulk fuel storage, terminal operations, and road tanker transportation to ensure uninterrupted supply to customers.
• Manage third-party logistics providers, transporters, and storage facilities through SLAs and performance monitoring.
• Monitor stock levels, demand forecasts, and supply risks to prevent shortages, losses, or overstocking.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including the Petroleum Products Act, Dangerous Goods Regulations, and applicable SANS standards.
• Control operational budgets, logistics costs, losses, and variances in line with internal governance frameworks.
• Ensure fuel quality, safety standards, accurate reporting of fuel movements, and readiness for internal and regulatory audits.

Requirements:

• Matric qualification is essential.
• A tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management or a related field is required.
• A minimum of six years experience within the road freight and petroleum industries, with proven exposure to ERP systems.
• Strong knowledge of the fuel industry and the ability to work flexible hours in line with operational requirements.
• A valid drivers licence and reliable vehicle are required.