A love for the sea and passion for fishing are the driving forces behind I&J , a leading fishing company and manufacturer of high quality chilled and frozen foods. Almost 110 years old, I&J is the trusted name in seafood, operating a modern and efficient trawler fleet, and continually investing in the training and development of experienced fishing crews, committed to fishing responsibly, with a long-term vision. I&J has achieved and maintained accreditation from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) since 2004. I&J is a globally respected supplier of high quality, chilled and frozen Cape Hake and a leading producer of farmed Cape Abalone. It is also one of AVIs great South African brands. I&J is proudly South African and invests in, and empowers, the communities in which it operates. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Logistics Manager at I&J, Cape Town. The purpose of this role is to plan, manage, and monitor the movement and storage of all I&Js supplies and products. To oversee the supply chain purchasing and distribution process and manage the inventory of products stored in the warehouse. Line Manager : Supply Chain Manager Number of direct reports: 1 Job Specification: Key Performance Areas: Develop and implement logistics strategies, policies, and procedures to optimize supply chain efficiency, minimize costs, and improve service levels. Plan and coordinate logistics operations, including transportation, distribution and order fulfilment, to meet customer requirements and delivery schedules. Manage transportation activities, including carrier selection, routing, scheduling, and freight negotiation, to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods to customers or distribution centres. Coordinate with suppliers, vendors, and carriers to ensure on-time delivery of materials, components, or finished goods, resolving issues and mitigating risks to minimize disruptions. Conduct performance analysis and KPI tracking for logistics operations, measuring key metrics such as on-time delivery, fill rate, inventory turnover, and transportation costs, and implementing improvements or corrective actions as needed. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and industry regulations governing transportation, warehousing, and distribution activities, maintaining documentation and records as required. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, planning, and manufacturing, sales, and customer service, to align logistics activities with business goals, forecasts, and production schedules. Identify opportunities for process optimization, automation, and technology adoption in logistics operations, such as route optimization software, RFID tracking systems, and warehouse management systems (WMS). Resolve customer inquiries, complaints, or issues related to logistics, transportation, or delivery, ensuring timely resolution and customer satisfaction. Manage haulers as a whole performance and rates in conjunction with procurement across all sites including Trawlers to factories and CCS. 3PL Network management (Third Party) - Ensuring Day's cover in depots is within agreed targets, communication regarding Out of Stock (OOS), expected stock replenishments, listing of products within 3PL network, clearing of aged/discontinued stock. Managed all logistics & warehousing related costs. Minimum Requirements: Experience: 5 years proven experience in logistics management, supply chain operations or transportation management 5 years in a management role within an FMCG environment Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or Business Administration Master's Degree or professional certification like CLTD or CSCP will be an advantage. Additional requirements: Strong Commercial and Supply Chain experience Logistics management and Supply chain optimization knowledge Transportation management Inventory control Strong track record of logistics principles, practices, and processes, including transportation modes, warehousing operations, inventory management, and distribution strategies. Knowledge of logistics management software and systems, such as TMS, WMS, ERP, or inventory control systems