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Control Tower Controller

Full Time
  • Full Time
  • Gauteng

Website JD Group

JD Group provides value-conscious mass-market customers in Southern Africa the opportunity and means to create a comfortable lifestyle, through its diversified retail and consumer finance businesses.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Monitoring & Coordination:

  • Oversee and manage real-time data flows within the supply chain network to ensure smooth operations.
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as delivery accuracy, lead times, and inventory levels.
  • Track shipments, production, or other operational movements through digital dashboards and tracking systems.
  • Identify and address disruptions, bottlenecks, and inefficiencies proactively.

Issue Resolution & Risk Mitigation:

  • Act as the first point of contact for escalation in case of operational disruptions.
  • Analyze root causes of delays, shortages, or operational failures and coordinate corrective actions.
  • Liaise with logistics providers, internal teams, and external partners to ensure problem resolution.
  • Implement contingency plans and alternative solutions in case of unforeseen circumstances.

Stakeholder Communication & Reporting:

  • Provide timely updates to internal and external stakeholders regarding operational performance.
  • Generate and analyze reports to highlight trends, risks, and opportunities for process improvements.
  • Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between logistics, procurement, customer service, and warehouse teams.

Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement:

  • Identify areas for process enhancement using data analytics and industry best practices.
  • Support automation and digitization efforts to improve control tower efficiency.
  • Participate in strategic planning initiatives to optimize supply chain or operational workflows.

Compliance & Quality Assurance:

  • Ensure adherence to regulatory, safety, and compliance standards across all operational activities.
  • Maintain data accuracy and integrity within the control tower system.
  • Support audits and compliance reviews by providing necessary documentation and insights.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
  • Experience working with control tower solutions, ERP systems, or logistics platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, TMS, WMS).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certifications in supply chain management or logistics (e.g., APICS, CSCMP, Six Sigma).
  • Experience with automation, AI-driven logistics tools, or digital transformation projects.
  • Multilingual proficiency, particularly in languages relevant to key supply chain regions.

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