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A Distribution Manager position is being filled in Mthatha. Suitable candidates from across Eastern Cape are invited to submit their applications for review.
What This Role Involves
The Distribution Manager position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across Eastern Cape. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Mthatha and across the logistics jobs space.
Day-to-day, the role balances focused delivery with the kind of collaboration that keeps things moving. The successful candidate is trusted to make sensible decisions inside the agreed scope, with line-management support whenever a sounding board is useful.
Importantly, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Mthatha also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Working in Mthatha
Working in Mthatha means a place in the growing Buffalo City Metro, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Eastern Cape region, and the Mthatha office benefits from those long-standing connections.
Many candidates already living within reach of Mthatha cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Eastern Cape economy.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Mthatha.
Why This Role
Beyond that, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this logistics jobs role in Mthatha; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for Eastern Cape.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
Equally, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Your Future Here
In addition, career progression for this logistics jobs role in Mthatha depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in Eastern Cape.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Mthatha have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Eastern Cape.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Mthatha team member.
Key Outputs
- Plan delivery routes to maximise vehicle utilisation and on-time delivery
- Monitor third-party logistics partners against agreed KPIs
- Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely
- Ensure full compliance with road traffic, OHS Act and customs requirements
- Prepare daily dispatch and receiving reports for site management
- Process returns, claims and damaged stock through the agreed workflow
- Investigate stock losses and contribute to shrinkage reduction plans
- Maintain accurate inventory records on the warehouse management system
Who We’re Looking For
- Valid Code 10 or Code 14 driver’s licence with PrDP for driving roles
- Relevant logistics, supply chain or warehousing qualification (preferred)
- Able to perform the essential manual-handling duties safely, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
- Understanding of inbound, outbound and stock-take processes
- Valid forklift licence for warehouse-based roles
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
- Good communication skills with drivers, suppliers and customers
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.