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Whether you are a seasoned Supply Chain Analyst or stepping into the role for the first time, there is space for you in Odendaalsrus. The team hires on merit and across communities in Free State.
About the Opportunity
This Supply Chain Analyst role sits within the logistics jobs function in Odendaalsrus. It offers a defined scope, clear measures of success, and the support of an experienced team across Free State.
The role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Odendaalsrus operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Odendaalsrus teams, and the new Supply Chain Analyst will feel that from the first week.
Importantly, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Odendaalsrus also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
What Your Day Looks Like
Your day kicks off in the yard or at the dock, checking schedules, briefing your team and lining up the day’s priorities. You move between receiving, picking, dispatch and the WMS, keeping a close eye on accuracy and time slots. There are constant conversations — with drivers, controllers, customers and the warehouse floor — and the better you communicate, the smoother things run. By the end of the shift, the racks are tidy, the trucks are out, and the next inbound load is already on its way.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Odendaalsrus.
Crucially, the Odendaalsrus office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.
Notably, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Free State operations throw up the unexpected.
Why Join Us
You will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Odendaalsrus colleagues take pride in supporting one another and in doing the logistics jobs side of the business properly, day in and day out.
Practically speaking, the company reinvests in its people: paid training, internal moves and the chance to take on bigger projects are all part of how careers in Odendaalsrus keep progressing.
Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Odendaalsrus teams.
Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in Free State.
Your Future Here
Career progression here is real, not a slogan. The logistics jobs space in Odendaalsrus offers a clear runway from delivery into team leadership and beyond, and managers sit down with each team member regularly to map out the next step in Free State.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Odendaalsrus have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Free State.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Odendaalsrus team member.
About the Team
Importantly, you will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the logistics jobs side of the business inside out. The Odendaalsrus group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Notably, the team mix in Odendaalsrus reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
The Environment
Equally, the environment is operationally driven and physical at times, with shift-based work, strict safety standards and a strong focus on accuracy and on-time delivery.
Crucially, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Odendaalsrus site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Free State. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Daily Duties
- Process returns, claims and damaged stock through the agreed workflow
- Coordinate cross-docking and consolidation with inbound and outbound teams
- Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely
- Ensure full compliance with road traffic, OHS Act and customs requirements
- Monitor third-party logistics partners against agreed KPIs
Who We’re Looking For
- Understanding of inbound, outbound and stock-take processes
- Physically able to perform manual handling duties safely
- Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- Ability to work shifts, including night shifts and weekends
- 2+ years’ experience in warehousing, distribution or logistics
If most of these boxes are ticked, you are encouraged to put your name forward.