Buffalo Jobs – 13 October 2026

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VDC Junior Controller

Listing reference: buflg_000026

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 9 December 2026

Position summary

Industry: Distribution, Transport & Logistics

Job category: Transport and Logistics Management

Location: Johannesburg

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive VDC Junior Controller to support daily vehicle logistics and distribution operations. The role involves coordinating vehicle movements from ports and storage yards to dealerships, monitoring delivery progress, maintaining accurate vehicle records, and assisting with damage reporting, inspections, repairs and claims documentation. The ideal candidate should possess strong organisational, communication and coordination skills, with an interest in automotive logistics.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate vehicle movements from ports and storage yards to dealerships, ensuring timely deliveries.
• Track estimated arrival times (ETAs), vehicle release statuses and delivery progress.
• Communicate with OEMs, dealerships, transporters and yard teams to resolve operational delays.
• Maintain accurate vehicle records, including VINs, vessel details and delivery documentation.
• Compile and consolidate vehicle damage reports, including damage details, responsibility and repair progress.
• Coordinate vehicle inspections, quality checks and repairs before dispatch.
• Assist with claims documentation, including T896 forms, quotations, photographs and supporting records.
• Ensure compliance with operational procedures and maintain accurate reporting.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification.
• Good communication, organisational and administrative skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• A qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transport Management or a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in logistics coordination, transport administration, vehicle distribution or a related operational role.
• Previous experience in automotive logistics, vehicle distribution centres or dealerships is advantageous.
• Familiarity with vehicle tracking, VIN records, damage reporting and claims documentation is an advantage.

Minimum requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent.
• Good proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and coordinate daily logistics activities.
• Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Previous experience in logistics, transport coordination or administration will be an advantage.

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Graduate Operations （OWS）

Listing reference: buflg_000025

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 9 December 2026

Position summary

Industry: Distribution, Transport & Logistics

Job category: Transport and Logistics Management

Location: International

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

We are looking for a motivated and responsible graduate to join our Warehouse Operations team. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in daily warehouse operations and receive practical development opportunities to grow into a future Team Leader role.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Support daily warehouse operations, including receiving, sorting, picking, packing and dispatch activities.
• Learn and follow warehouse operating procedures, safety standards and quality requirements.
• Assist with monitoring daily operational performance and maintaining accurate records.
• Support inventory checks, operational reporting and data updates using Excel and warehouse management systems.
• Work closely with warehouse supervisors and team members to identify and resolve operational issues.
• Participate in on-the-job training and development activities to build operational and leadership capabilities.
• Develop the skills required to take on future Warehouse Team Leader responsibilities.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in any relevant field.
• Good English communication skills.
• Basic computer skills, including Excel, Outlook and familiarity with warehouse management systems.
• Willingness to start in a hands-on warehouse operations role.
• Strong sense of responsibility, good work discipline and willingness to learn.
• Good communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Educational background or experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, Warehousing or related fields.
• Previous internship or working experience in warehouse operations or e-commerce fulfilment.
• Familiarity with WMS, PDA scanners or e-commerce platforms such as Takealot, Amazon, Temu or Shein.
• Demonstrated leadership potential or team coordination experience.

Career Development

The successful candidate will initially work as a Warehouse Associate to gain practical operational experience. Based on performance and development progress, the candidate may be considered for future Team Leader opportunities.

Availability: As soon as possible

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Willingness to work in a hands-on warehouse environment and start from operational duties.
• Strong responsibility, discipline, teamwork and willingness to learn.
• Good problem-solving skills and leadership potential.
• Previous warehouse or logistics experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

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Efficiency Committee officer

Listing reference: buflg_000024

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 27 November 2026

Position summary

Industry: Distribution, Transport & Logistics

Job category: Transport and Logistics Management

Location: Gauteng

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

The Efficiency Committee Specialist supports operational efficiency improvement across the business by working closely with frontline operations, warehouse teams and other departments. The role focuses on process mapping, SOP standardization, operational data analysis, KPI tracking and on-site operational reviews. The successful candidate will identify process gaps and inefficiencies, support improvement initiatives and help drive issues through to closure.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with warehouse, operations, customer service and other frontline teams to understand actual operational processes.
• Conduct end-to-end process mapping and identify process gaps, duplicated activities, inefficiencies and operational risks.
• Assist in developing, documenting and improving Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), process flows and operational guidelines.
• Collect, organize and analyse operational data, including daily reports, weekly reports and KPI data.
• Monitor KPI performance and identify deviations, abnormalities and potential operational issues.
• Translate data findings into practical and actionable improvement recommendations.
• Conduct on-site operational inspections and assess whether actual operations comply with established SOPs.
• Identify root causes of operational issues and support corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare structured reports based on facts and operational data.
• Work cross-functionally with Operations, Warehouse, HR and Management to track issues and drive them through to closure.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; exceptional candidates with relevant capabilities may also be considered.
• 0–2 years of working experience; recent graduates are welcome to apply.
• Candidates with a background in Logistics & Supply Chain, Information Technology, Engineering, Finance, Analysis or Audit will be preferred.
• Basic understanding of business data, operational reports and reporting logic.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including basic formulas, data organization and simple analysis.
• Ability to use PowerPoint and other reporting tools to present information in a structured manner.
• Strong analytical, logical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills.
• Willingness to work on-site and closely with warehouse and frontline operational teams.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and fast-changing environment.
• Experience using AI tools for data analysis, reporting or information organization will be an advantage.

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Regional Manager – Johannesburg (Spartan )

Listing reference: buflg_000023

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 22 October 2026

Position summary

Industry: Distribution, Transport & Logistics

Job category: Transport and Logistics Management

Location: Johannesburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

Role purpose The Regional Manager is accountable for the overall performance of an e-commerce courier network across a defined geographical region. The role leads multiple hubs, depots and delivery operations to achieve service, safety, quality, cost and growth objectives. The Regional Manager translates national strategy into consistent regional execution, balances parcel volumes with network capacity and ensures effective coordination across line-haul, sortation and last-mile delivery. The position requires a commercially minded operations leader who can manage through others, standardise performance across multiple sites and respond decisively to network disruptions.

Job description

Regional operational leadership

• Take end-to-end accountability for regional courier operations, including inbound processing, sortation, line-haul, depot operations, last-mile delivery, collections, returns and exception management.

• Lead Hub Managers, Depot Managers and Area Managers to achieve agreed operational and customer-service targets.

 • Translate national operating plans into clear regional priorities, targets and execution plans.

• Establish consistent operating standards, governance and management routines across all regional facilities.

 • Review daily network performance and coordinate corrective action when service, capacity or quality targets are at risk.

Network planning and capacity management

• Develop regional capacity plans based on parcel forecasts, customer demand, network growth and seasonal patterns.

• Align facilities, labour, fleet, line-haul and delivery capacity with anticipated volumes.

 • Plan for major promotional campaigns, peak trading periods and unexpected demand surges.

• Identify network constraints and recommend changes to routes, schedules, facilities, operating models or resource allocation.

Service and performance management

• Ensure consistent achievement of regional service-level agreements and customer commitments.

• Monitor and improve key performance indicators, including:

◦ On-time collection and delivery

◦ First-attempt delivery success

◦ On-time hub and depot processing

 ◦ Line-haul departure and arrival performance

◦ Parcel backlog and dwell time

◦ Sortation and routing accuracy

◦ Parcel loss, theft and damage

◦ Cost per parcel and cost per delivery

◦ Fleet and route utilisation

◦ Delivery productivity

◦ Returns turnaround time

 ◦ Customer complaints and claims

◦ Safety incidents

 ◦ Employee attendance and turnover

Financial and commercial management

• Own the regional operating budget and deliver agreed cost, productivity and profitability targets.

• Control labour, fleet, line-haul, facilities, maintenance, security and contractor expenses.

• Evaluate trade-offs between cost, capacity, service and customer experience.

• Identify opportunities to improve route density, vehicle utilisation, workforce productivity and network efficiency. • Support annual budgeting, financial forecasting and capital-expenditure planning.

• Develop business cases for facility expansions, automation, fleet changes and other operational investments.

• Partner with commercial teams to assess operational requirements, capacity and pricing considerations for new or expanding customers.

• Ensure operational commitments to customers are achievable and commercially sustainable.

People and leadership

 • Lead, coach and develop Hub Managers, Depot Managers, Area Managers and regional functional leaders.

• Set clear performance expectations and maintain accountability for safety, service, quality, cost and people outcomes.

• Build a strong leadership pipeline through succession planning, talent reviews and targeted development.

 • Ensure regional workforce plans support current operations and anticipated growth.

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management and employee engagement across the region.

 • Promote consistent and fair application of company policies and applicable labour legislation.

• Foster a culture of ownership, teamwork, continuous improvement and customer focus.

Safety, security and compliance

• Ensure all regional operations comply with occupational health and safety requirements, transport regulations, labour legislation, company policies and standard operating procedures.

• Promote visible safety leadership and ensure risks are identified and controlled.

 • Maintain effective parcel security, chain-of-custody, access-control and loss-prevention measures.

• Oversee investigations into serious accidents, parcel losses, theft, fraud and major operational incidents.

 • Ensure corrective and preventative actions are implemented and sustained across affected sites.

Continuous improvement and technology

• Lead regional productivity, quality and cost-improvement programmes.

• Standardise effective processes and share best practices across sites.

• Use operational data and structured problem-solving to address systemic performance issues.

• Support the implementation of warehouse, transport, scanning, route-optimisation and delivery technologies.

• Ensure sites maintain high levels of system, scanning and data integrity.

• Partner with technology, engineering and facilities teams to improve network reliability and automation.

Customer and stakeholder management

• Act as the senior operational contact for significant regional customer issues and service escalations.

• Work closely with customer service, commercial, finance, technology, security, human resources and national operations teams.

• Build productive relationships with transport contractors, delivery partners, labour providers, landlords and other suppliers.

• Communicate operational risks, capacity limitations and service impacts promptly and accurately.

• Represent the region in national planning, performance and governance forums.

• Engage relevant authorities and community stakeholders when required.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, Industrial Engineering or a related field.

 • At least 10 years’ experience in courier, e-commerce, logistics, distribution, transport or fulfilment operations.

 • At least 5 years’ experience in a senior operational leadership role with responsibility for multiple sites or a large geographical area.

• Demonstrated experience managing complex, high-volume and multi-shift operations.

• Proven responsibility for significant operating budgets, cost control and performance improvement.

• Experience leading managers and large, geographically dispersed workforces.

 • Strong knowledge of operational systems, performance reporting and data analysis.

• Willingness and ability to travel frequently within the region and work flexible hours when operationally required. • Valid driver’s licence where required for regional travel.

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Sales Assistant

Listing reference: buflg_000022

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 19 October 2026

Position summary

Industry: Manufacturing

Job category: Sales Clerks

Location: Kempton Park

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

We are looking for a proactive and results-driven Cold Calling Sales Executive to join our Sales & Business Development team in Spartan, Kempton Park. This is a hunter-style B2B sales role focused on new customer acquisition through cold calling, proactive prospecting and consistent follow-up. The successful candidate will identify potential business customers, engage key decision-makers, understand customer requirements, prepare or coordinate quotations, and convert qualified prospects into long-term customers. Previous sales experience is advantageous; however, recent graduates, interns and junior candidates with strong communication skills, confidence and a genuine interest in sales are also encouraged to apply.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and research potential B2B customers in the South African market.
• Build and continuously expand a database of prospective customers.
• Identify and engage key decision-makers, including business owners, purchasing managers, procurement managers, operations managers and warehouse managers.
• Conduct daily cold calling and outbound sales activities.
• Make a minimum of 30 outbound calls per working day.
• Use phone calls, email, WhatsApp and LinkedIn to generate new sales opportunities.
• Follow up promptly on company-provided leads and independently sourced prospects.
• Qualify leads and identify genuine sales opportunities.
• Understand customer requirements, purchasing frequency, volumes, specifications and current suppliers.
• Prepare or coordinate quotations according to customer requirements.
• Follow up consistently on quotations and customer enquiries.
• Handle customer objections professionally and identify opportunities to create value.
• Convert qualified prospects into paying customers.
• Build and maintain long-term customer relationships.
• Identify repeat-order, upselling and cross-selling opportunities.
• Maintain accurate customer records and follow-up activities in the CRM/system.
• Track calls, leads, quotations, follow-ups, conversions and lost opportunities.
• Achieve daily, weekly and monthly sales activity and performance targets.

Minimum requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Confident and professional telephone manner.
• Comfortable making cold calls and communicating with new customers.
• Strong customer follow-up and organisational skills.
• Good computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of results.
• Resilient, proactive and comfortable working towards sales targets and KPIs.
• Previous sales, telesales, business development, telemarketing or customer acquisition experience is advantageous but not mandatory.
• B2B sales experience will be advantageous.
• Recent graduates, interns and junior candidates are welcome to apply.

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Junior Customs Clerk

Listing reference: buflg_000021

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 20 October 2026

Position summary

Industry: Freight, Import & Export

Job category: Transport and Logistics Management

Location: International

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Clearing Intern to support our customs clearing team with import and export documentation, customs declarations, shipment tracking and daily clearance activities. The role provides hands-on exposure to logistics operations, customs compliance and shipping procedures, while supporting the team with administrative and operational tasks.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and verifying import and export documentation, including invoices, packing lists, permits and customs declarations.
• Support customs clerks in submitting entries to the customs system under supervision.
• Track shipments through ports and terminals to support timely clearance and release.
• Learn to classify goods according to tariff codes and apply basic customs regulations.
• Maintain and update customs files, shipment records and clearance reports.
• Liaise with internal departments such as shipping, transport and warehousing to obtain shipment information.
• Communicate with agents and customers to follow up on documentation and shipment status.
• Observe and assist during customs inspections or release procedures when required.
• Support the team in ensuring that documentation meets customs and company compliance standards.
• File and archive customs and shipping documentation systematically.
• Assist with data entry and updating customs information in relevant systems.
• Provide general administrative and operational support to the customs and operations teams.
• Assist with audits, special projects, internal training and process improvement initiatives when required.
• Handle urgent or exceptional operational requests under supervision.

Minimum requirements

• Diploma or Degree, or currently studying, in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Trade or a related field.
• Basic understanding of import/export and customs clearing processes. Training will be provided.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Good communication, organisational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and under supervision.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

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Distribution Hub Manager

Listing reference: buflg_000019

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 23 October 2026

Position summary

Industry: Freight, Import & Export

Job category: Imports and Exports

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

The Hub Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient and cost-effective operation of a large, high-volume e-commerce courier hub. The role oversees inbound receiving, parcel sorting, dispatch, returns and exception handling while ensuring that service-level agreements, delivery cut-off times, quality standards and customer commitments are consistently achieved. The Hub Manager leads a multi-shift operation and works closely with transport, last-mile delivery, customer service, security, facilities, technology and commercial teams. This position requires a hands-on leader who can manage operational complexity, respond quickly to changing parcel volumes and build a disciplined, accountable and safety-focused culture.

Job description

Operational management

• Take end-to-end responsibility for the hub’s daily operations across inbound, sortation, staging, dispatch, returns and parcel exceptions.

• Ensure parcels move through the hub accurately and within agreed processing and delivery timelines.

• Develop daily and weekly operating plans based on forecast volumes, available capacity, staffing levels and transport schedules.

• Manage peak periods, promotional events and seasonal volume surges through effective capacity and contingency planning.

• Monitor operations in real time, identify bottlenecks and coordinate rapid corrective action.

• Maintain effective shift handovers and consistent operating standards across all shifts.

• Ensure contingency plans are in place for system outages, equipment failures, severe weather, transport disruptions and other operational risks.

People leadership 

• Lead, coach and develop Shift Managers, Supervisors, Team Leaders and frontline employees.

• Set clear performance expectations and establish accountability for safety, productivity, quality and service.

• Ensure staffing and shift structures are aligned with forecast workload and operating requirements.

• Manage attendance, overtime, employee relations and performance issues in line with company policies and applicable labour legislation.

• Build a high-performance culture based on teamwork, discipline, continuous improvement and customer focus.

• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, succession planning and talent development.

• Promote effective communication and employee engagement across a large, diverse workforce.

Service and performance management

• Deliver agreed service levels for receiving, sorting, dispatch and on-time departure.

• Track and improve operational performance against key measures, including:

◦ Parcels processed per hour

◦ Cost per parcel ◦ On-time dispatch and departure

◦ Sortation accuracy ◦ Misroutes and failed scans

◦ Parcel loss and damage

◦ Backlog and dwell time

◦ Returns turnaround time

◦ Labour productivity and overtime

◦ Fleet or line-haul utilisation

◦ Customer complaints

◦ Safety incidents and employee attendance

• Conduct regular performance reviews and implement recovery plans where targets are not achieved.

• Provide accurate operational reports, forecasts and performance updates to senior management.

Cost and resource management

• Manage the hub’s operating budget and control labour, transport, consumables, maintenance and other operating expenses.

• Optimise workforce deployment, shift patterns and equipment utilisation without compromising safety or service. • Review cost and productivity trends and implement sustainable efficiency improvements.

• Approve expenditure within delegated authority and maintain appropriate financial controls.

• Support annual budgeting, resource planning and capital-expenditure proposals.

Quality, security and compliance

• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements, courier regulations, company policies and standard operating procedures.

• Maintain parcel security, chain of custody and accurate scanning throughout the operation.

• Reduce losses, theft, fraud, damage, misroutes and unauthorised parcel handling.

• Coordinate incident investigations and ensure corrective and preventative actions are completed.

• Maintain operational readiness for internal, customer and regulatory audits.

• Ensure controlled items, high-value shipments and customer data are handled appropriately.

• Work closely with security teams to maintain effective access control, surveillance and loss-prevention measures.

Continuous improvement and technology

• Analyse operational data to identify root causes, recurring failures and improvement opportunities.

• Lead continuous-improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma or comparable methodologies where appropriate. • Standardise workflows and embed improvements through documented procedures, training and performance controls.

• Support the implementation and optimisation of warehouse, transport, scanning and sortation systems.

• Ensure employees use operational systems and equipment correctly and that master data and reporting remain accurate.

• Partner with technology and engineering teams to resolve system and automation issues with minimal operational disruption.

Stakeholder management 

• Coordinate closely with line-haul, middle-mile and last-mile delivery teams to maintain reliable parcel flow.

• Work with commercial and customer-service teams to resolve escalations and protect key client relationships.

• Manage relationships with labour providers, transport partners, maintenance contractors and other suppliers.

• Communicate capacity constraints, operational risks and service impacts clearly and promptly.

• Represent the hub in regional and national operational meetings.

Minimum requirements

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Operations Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering or a related field.

• At least 7 years’ experience in logistics, courier, parcel, fulfilment, distribution or warehouse operations.

• At least 3 years’ experience leading a large, complex and preferably multi-shift operation.

• Demonstrated experience managing high parcel volumes, frontline workforces and operational budgets.

• Working knowledge of warehouse, transport or parcel-management systems and scanning technology.

• Strong competence in operational reporting and data analysis.

• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and public holidays, when operationally required.

Preferred experience

• Experience in e-commerce fulfilment, express parcel delivery or last-mile logistics.

• Experience managing automated or semi-automated sortation equipment.

• Lean, Six Sigma, continuous-improvement or project-management certification.

• Experience managing seasonal peaks and rapid volume growth.

• Knowledge of applicable labour, occupational health and safety, transport and data-protection requirements.

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