Group Head of Warehousing Operations at Alistair
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Job Description
Alistair Group is one of East and Southern Africa’s fastest-growing service companies, providing a variety of self-delivered logistics solutions across several geographies, aimed with the vision to Make Africa Work Better! With core competencies in road freight, warehousing, commodity trading and operational hire of material handling equipment, the Group strives for continuous expansion of innovative ancillary services to grow the business vertically, complimented by a healthy dose of entrepreneurial flair. The business has gone from strength to strength, growing quickly in both its geographical coverage and variety of services offered to clients. In 2024, the Group exceeded the 1000 employee mark and managed a fleet of well over 1000 trucks. With Alistair’s aggressive and exciting growth strategy, the Group is poised for significant further expansion and a greater impact in Africa.
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NoKey Deliverables
- Manage all warehouse operations, inventory, freight, and personnel
- Drive operational efficiency, automation, and continuous improvement
- Maximise warehouse capacity and shipping optimisation
- Own customer experience, scheduling, and service delivery
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and hazardous material requirements
- Prepare and manage budgets, forecasting, and cost control
- Identify new facilities and grow warehouse capacity
- Drive business development and onboard new customers
- Collaborate with Road Freight, Clearing & Forwarding, Trading, and Fleet teams
Nice to have /Desirable
Professional Qualification
| Industry | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Warehousing And Storage | University Degree (MBA / Accounting / Audit preferred) Minimum 5 years’ experience in warehouse/logistics operations Proven experience managing a business unit with full P&L ownership Experience with bulk and break-bulk cargo / commodities Strong financial, leadership, and analytical skills Proficient in MS Office, SAP, and Warehouse Management Systems Knowledge of import/export, transit clearance, and terminal documentation International/African exposure advantageous |
Special Benefits for this Position
- Enforce health, safety, and environmental standards
- Promote a safe, compliant, and accident-free workplace