Managing Director

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR005978/IZ

Date posted:

Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

2400000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Exceptional Opportunity: Managing Director at a Leading Global Logistics Company

POSITION INFO:
Company Overview:
Join a world-renowned multinational logistics leader with an extensive global network. Known for its innovative business model and exceptional service offerings, this organization is a key player in the logistics and supply chain industry. As part of its strategic growth, the company is seeking a results-driven and visionary Managing Director to lead its South African operations. This role is ideal for an experienced leader with a proven track record of driving business success and leading high-performance teams. If you are passionate about innovation, growth, and operational excellence, this opportunity is for you.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

Lead and inspire teams to achieve a high-performance culture.
Utilize data-driven decision-making to manage performance effectively.
Develop and implement forward-thinking business strategies.
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key partners, suppliers, and customers.

Customer Focus:

Prioritize customer retention and satisfaction through strategic initiatives.
Oversee sales and marketing strategies to drive new business growth.

Operational Excellence:

Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
Optimize profitability by developing competitive service offerings.

Financial Management:

Oversee financial performance, budgeting, and cost control.
Implement effective risk management strategies and ensure ROI on investments.

Technology & Innovation:

Lead digital transformation initiatives to enhance operational capabilities.
Identify and capitalize on strategic growth opportunities.

HR & Compliance:

Manage staffing, performance, and B-BBEE compliance.
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and excellence.

Qualifications and Experience:

Chartered Accountant (CA) SA qualification is essential.
MBA or equivalent advanced degree is highly preferred.
A minimum of 15+ years of post-qualification experience.
Strong operations experience in the Freight forwarding/ Supply Chain space is essential
At least 8+ years in a senior management role at the Executive Committee (Exco) level.
Proven experience in logistics, supply chain, or a related industry is non negotiable

If you are a strategic leader with a passion for growth and innovation, we would love to hear from you! To apply, please send your resume directly to or visit for more opportunities.
If you have not received a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be retained for future opportunities.

Contact:
Izane Jooste
Email:

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