Supply Chain Operations Manager
Who we are
Yoco was founded in 2015, and we’ve been breaking down barriers, unlocking economic opportunities and opening commerce for people to thrive ever since.
We’re the payments provider for over 200,000 self-employed, and process over US$3 billion annually.
We have ±350 team members globally, all with a bias for boldness and a passion for simple, progressive solutions. We believe in uniting different people to solve hard problems, together.
Our mission of making society more equal requires a variety of people, with different backgrounds and points of view, to keep building solutions that make life easier for emerging businesses.
We’re growing fast. With growth comes compelling challenges. If you’re an ambitious problem-solver, with big ideas, a passion for doing good, bright, grounded and courageous; you’re likely to thrive at Yoco.
We don’t stop pushing. We break things to rebuild. We challenge ourselves and each other. We’re constantly evolving - and we’re doing it fast.
Grow With Us.
About the Supply Chain & Fulfillment Team
The Supply Chain & Fulfillment function at Yoco ensures that our products move efficiently and reliably from suppliers to our merchants, in the quickest possible timeframe. It plays a critical role in balancing cost, service, and inventory by managing the flow of goods across procurement, warehouse systems, and distribution.
About the role
The Supply Chain Operations Manager is responsible for the end‑to‑end operational control and performance of Yoco’s supply chain execution, covering inventory, fulfilment, warehousing, logistics, and local supplier delivery.
This role focuses on operational excellence, cost control, service reliability, and inventory accuracy, ensuring that the supply chain operates predictably and efficiently at scale. The role is accountable for ensuring that day‑to‑day operations consistently meet business, customer, and financial expectations.
What you will be doing
1. End-to-End Supply Chain Operations Management
Translates the strategic roadmap & priorities for supply chain into actionable, measurable deliverables across the team
Own the operational performance of inventory, fulfilment, and warehouse activities
Ensure consistent execution of inbound, storage, picking, packing, dispatch, and returns processes
Oversee operational capacity planning and workflow management
2. Inventory Governance & Stock Control
Ensure strict inventory governance across all stock locations
Own inventory accuracy, reconciliation processes, and cycle counting discipline
Manage stock movements, adjustments, and variance investigations
3. Warehousing, Logistics & Reverse Logistics Oversight
Oversee inbound logistics, warehousing operations, outbound dispatch, and returns handling
Ensure quality control across receiving, storage, refurbishment, and dispatch
Maintain operational standards that minimise damage, delays, and losses
4. Supplier & Logistics Partner Performance
Manage operational relationships with logistics, courier, and warehousing partners
Track and review supplier performance against agreed service levels
Address operational issues and ensure reliable supplier execution
5. Operational Systems & Data Accuracy
Ensure effective day‑to‑day use of supply chain systems (ERP, WMS, inventory tools)
Maintain strong operational data integrity and stock visibility
Work with Finance and Technology teams to ensure accurate reporting
6. Operational Performance Management
Define and track operational KPIs across inventory, fulfilment, warehousing, and logistics
Monitor performance trends and drive corrective actions
Lead operational reviews with supply chain leadership
7. Team Leadership & Operational Discipline
Lead and develop the inventory, fulfilment, and warehouse coordination teams
Ensure strong adherence to operational processes and controls
Build a high‑accountability culture focused on accuracy and reliability
About you
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field
Postgraduate qualification or MBA advantageous
7+ years experience in supply chain, logistics, or warehouse management roles with people management responsibility is a requirement
Strong experience with ERP and WMS systems (NetSuite experience is essential)
Proven experience managing inventory, fulfilment, and warehouse operations
Demonstrated financial acumen in relation to supply chain economics
Strong operational leadership and team management capability
Deep understanding of inventory control, fulfilment processes, and logistics operations
Highly detail‑oriented with strong operational and financial discipline
The people we’re looking for
We’re looking for people who want to grow and have a thirst for learning. And as Yoco grows, we hope they stay with us for the long-term.
Building solutions for a more equal society is a daunting task - and it’s not for everyone. We never stop pushing, we break things to rebuild, and we challenge ourselves and our teammates. We start over, we constantly evolve - and we do it fast. We know that it’s just the right kind of meaningful madness for our kind of visionary human.
So, who are you? You’re someone who resonates with our mission and our values, and you’re relentlessly effective in your execution.
You’re a curious problem-solver with a passion for doing good. You’re bright, grounded, experimental and bold. You play open cards and get stuck in. You’re not afraid of change. You close the loop.
At Yoco, we laugh, embrace each other’s quirks, and support one another’s growth, all while staying authentic.
If this sounds like your kind of challenge, apply below and come grow with us.
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply and ask that you please send your application in English and help us reduce unconscious bias by leaving out your picture, age, address, and other unnecessary information in your CV.
- Department
- Customer Operations
- Role
- SCM/Fulfilment
- Locations
- Cape Town (South Africa)
- Employment type
- Full-time
A partnership for your wellbeing
We believe that the best work comes from a place of balance and security. We see our benefits not as perks, but as a partnership to support your life, your family, and your ambitions.
- Need time to switch off? We offer 24 paid leave days annually, plus public holidays, so you can rest, travel, or simply handle life.
- Thinking about long-term security? We'll help you build a strong foundation with contributions to medical aid and gap cover.
- Putting your family first? So do we. We provide paid parental leave for mothers, fathers, and adoptive parents, along with family responsibility leave for unexpected emergencies.
- Ready to grow your skills? We provide an annual learning budget for you to invest in the courses, conferences, or training that will help you advance your career.
- Looking for your community? Find it here. From weekly company gatherings and team outings to employee-led clubs, we foster a connected culture where everyone belongs.
We're growing
Yoco is growing, and as we grow we have compelling challenges ahead of us.
Growing means we’re enabling more self-employed people and businesses to thrive every day. It also means that ambitious problem-solvers with big ideas are challenged, stimulated and will thrive at Yoco.
Grow with us.
About Yoco
Yoco is the all-in-one digital commerce platform for small businesses.
As one of Africa’s largest fintech companies, we make it easy to sell anywhere, manage your business from anywhere, and grow with smart insights—all under one Yoco profile.
Founded in 2015, we've helped over 200,000 small businesses across South Africa accept card payments and access capital—often for the first time.
Our ecosystem of payments, software, and tools works seamlessly under one Yoco account. Behind it all is a global team of 350+ people across South Africa and the Netherlands, building world-class solutions for small business growth.