Logistics and Warehouse Manager (12-Month Contract) – Lead Pharma SCM

Key Responsibilities and Daily Duties

This position places you at the core of a leading pharmaceutical supply chain, where you’ll oversee logistics, distribution, and warehouse operations at every stage.

Your day will involve managing inventory, coordinating inbound and outbound shipments, and ensuring goods move smoothly and compliantly within legal and quality frameworks.

You’ll act as a subject matter expert in SAP, streamline processes, manage third-party logistics, and oversee all vendor and contract management relating to supply chain partners.

Expect to lead cycle counts, inventory destruction processes, and annual budgets. You’ll keep a watchful eye on compliance rules, KPIs, and operational excellence projects routinely.

Your role will also include chairing review meetings, analysing logistics data, and collaborating with teams in finance, regulatory affairs, and quality control, to keep operations optimised.

Strong Advantages for Applicants

Vela Personnel is known for its professional service and is 100% BEE and Black Women Owned, showing a strong commitment to empowerment and equity in the workplace.

The company’s emphasis on operational excellence and continual improvement means this role is well suited to ambitious supply chain leaders eager to drive change and showcase expertise.

Potential Drawbacks to Consider

This is a 12-month contract, making it a limited-term opportunity but ideal for those seeking career flexibility or project-based positions in senior pharmaceutical supply chain management.

High responsibility levels and the detailed compliance environment can mean significant pressure, requiring excellent organisation, resilience and deep industry knowledge.

Final Verdict

For experienced supply chain professionals in pharma, this role offers a prime chance to add a blue-chip contract to your CV. Lead, innovate, and support top-tier operations—apply if you’re ready for the next challenge.