Distribution Supervisor

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd Contract

Montague Gardens, South Africa Posted on 26/05/2026

Our client based in Montague Gardens is urgently looking for a Distribution Manager to join their team.

The purpose of this role is to ensure delivery of finished goods to Local and Export Customers, Branches, and Agents is executed on time and in full (OTIF). Oversee all distribution functions and workflows to ensure they are performed accurately, efficiently, and time wise in alignment with business and customer requirements.

Key performance areas and indicators:

• POD and Route Administration
• Budget and Cost Efficiency
• Fleet Maintenance and Compliance
• Waybill and Delivery Accuracy
• Managerial Backup
• OTIF
• Loading of FGDS for Branch/Agents
• Loading of Local Delivery Fleet
• Stock Accuracy and Control
• Stock taking and Inventory Management
• Staff Management and Development

• Matric Certificate required
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Operations Management is advantageous
• 3-6 years' experience in a manufacturing or logistics/distribution environment
• Experience working in a global multinational company is preferred

• Strong knowledge of warehouse, dispatch, and transport processes.
• Ability to use route planning, courier, and fleet systems effectively.
• Proficient in compiling operational reports and analyzing discrepancies.
• Understanding of fleet compliance, POD administration, and third party logistics.