The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
Logistics Operations Manager
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South AfricaUSD 10
About the role
**Description**
Distribution \& 3PL Management
* Oversee DSV distribution and fulfilment, ensuring SLA, KPI and customer requirements are met.
* Manage capacity, seasonal planning, OTIF, backlogs and last\-mile carrier performance.
* Drive operational reviews, issue resolution and service improvement.
Inventory \& Controls
* Ensure inventory accuracy, authorised stock movements and compliance with ELC controls.
* Oversee cycle counts, reconciliations, adjustments and discrepancy investigations.
* Partner with Security \& Facilities on loss prevention, audits and investigations.
Reverse Logistics
* Govern returns and non\-saleable stock, ensuring timely reconciliation and compliant disposal or destruction with required approvals and documentation.
Cost \& Financial Management
* Manage logistics budgets, expenditure, forecasts and variances.
* Monitor B2B/B2C Cost to Serve and drive cost savings without compromising service or controls.
Quality, Compliance \& Risk
* Ensure compliance with ELC policies, contractual obligations, product quality and EHS standards.
* Resolve audit findings, risks and control failures through documented corrective actions.
People Leadership
* Lead and develop the Operations team, including the Senior Supply Chain Analyst, driving performance, capability and collaboration.
Continuous Improvement
* Lead logistics optimisation and transformation initiatives, ensuring measurable, sustainable improvements aligned with local and Regional strategies.
Stakeholder Collaboration
* Contribute to the Affiliate Supply Chain Leadership Team and collaborate across Planning, Customer Service, Inbound Logistics, Security, Finance and Brands.
* Report on financial performance, KPIs, inventory, risks and improvement initiatives.
Working Conditions
* Work at DSV at least three days weekly and ELC Head Office two days, with regular warehouse\-floor engagement.
**Qualifications**
Relevant degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business or related field; 10\+ years’ distribution and supply chain leadership experience, including 3PL management; 3\+ years’ financial accountability; strong inventory control, budgeting, analytical, leadership and negotiation skills; end\-to\-end supply chain and Cost to Serve knowledge; advanced Excel and SAP/ERP and WMS knowledge. Excellent communication, integrity and resilience.
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