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Logistics Manager, Procurement & Logistics, Vanderbijlpark (M2)

Listing reference: arcmt_000854

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 4 February 2026

Position summary

Industry: Manufacturing

Job category: Engineering, Technical, Production and Manufacturing

Location: Vanderbijlpark

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

About our company

Part of the worldwide ArcelorMittal group with an industrial presence in 27 countries, ArcelorMittal South Africa Limited is the largest steel producer on the African continent, with a production capacity of 5 million tonnes of liquid steel per annum. Both flat and long steel is produced in hundreds of grades and specifications. Steel is as relevant as ever to the future success of our world. As one of the only materials to be completely reusable and recyclable, it will play a critical role in building the circular economy of the future. Steel will continue to evolve, becoming smarter, and increasingly sustainable. At ArcelorMittal, our goal is to help build a better world with smarter steels.At ArcelorMittal South Africa, our "We Care" value drives our unwavering commitment to safety and zero harm for our employees. We seek applicants who share this dedication and are ready to uphold our high safety standards.It is essential to regularly check your emails for updates regarding your application status. We utilise "Wamly”, a one-way recorded interview platform, to streamline our hiring process. Should you receive an invitation to complete a recorded interview, please ensure it is submitted by the specified deadline. Timely completion of this step is crucial for your application to be considered for the opportunity. We appreciate your diligence in this process and look forward to your participation.

Introduction

An outbound manager oversees and coordinates all activities related to shipping and distributing products, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery to customers. This involves managing and working closely with warehouse operations like picking, packing, and dispatching, coordinating with other departments, and implementing strategies to meet performance targets. The role may also focus on outbound sales, which includes working closely with the sales & marketing team, developing sales strategies, and managing the order to bill cycle. Assumes full responsibility for ensuring the overall performance of the outbound aligns with the strategic objectives of the AMSA’s operations.

Job description

Incumbent will be responsible for the following functional areas:

Manage and overseeing Inbound and outbound Logistic flows focusing on the execution of logistical flows as per design plans and intervening directly at operational level when delays arise
Set strategic objectives for Group Logistics in line with the company’s overall business strategy and which spans a one to five-year timeline
Play a key role in planning and implementing improvements to internal or external logistics systems and processes
Plan, design and implement material flow management systems to meet production requirements
Manage strategic relationships, including Service Level Agreements, with key Logistic Service Providers, Business Units, Joint Venture Partners and Special Interest Groups
Manage Performance Measurement and reporting for Group Logistics.
Reducing Group Logistics Total Cost of Ownership through the successful execution of cost optimization projects
Develop the technical and financial competencies of the team.
Ensure resources and systems are adequately enhanced and utilized.
Ensure best quality service delivery and managing customer relationships within the organization and external stakeholders
Ensure compliance with all Human Resources Policies, Processes and Procedures, including Employment Equity and Succession Planning
SHE within Group Logistics

Minimum requirements

Qualifications & requirements

· An applicable postgraduate qualification (NQF 7/8 or NQF 8/10 with extensive management experience in transport and logistics related activities

· Knowledge and acquired skills regarding Microsoft Office packages, especially Excel

· Knowledge and experience within the Power BI environment will be an advantage

· A qualification in transport economics will be an advantage

Experience

· At least 8 years’ experience in transport and logistics environment, including 3 years at a senior management position

· Strategic leadership ability including strategy formulation and the implementation of strategic objectives spanning a 3-to-5-year timeline

· Financial management experience within the Logistical environment

· Knowledge and experience within a large-scale industrial manufacturing environment

· Knowledge of the structure and processes of transport related State Enterprises including rail and port operations

Personal attributes

· Strategic leadership ability

· A dynamic, self-motivated individual with the ability to focus on detail

· An ability to think strategically and to integrate concepts

· An ability to execute projects efficiently and timeously

· An effective communicator, negotiator and leader in a business and operational environment.

· An ability to work under pressure and tight timelines