National Operations Manager

About the role

We are looking for an experienced National Operations Manager to take ownership of a national road freight and distribution operation. This senior role will oversee multiple branches, lead Branch Managers and drive service levels, operational performance, cost control and profitability.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee multiple branches and lead Branch Managers.
• Drive service levels, operational performance, cost control and profitability.

Required profile

• Senior management experience within the South African road freight industry.
• Break‑bulk and express distribution experience.
• Experience managing multiple branches and large operational teams.
• Strong knowledge of linehaul, warehousing, OTIF, KPIs and vehicle utilisation.
• Experience controlling freight losses, damage, claims and operational costs.
• Working knowledge of NBCRFLI and road freight compliance.
• Strong commercial, reporting and client‑management skills.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel nationally.

Required skills

• NBCRFLI compliance knowledge.
• Linehaul and warehousing operations.
• OTIF, KPI tracking and vehicle utilisation.