Hiring Now | Talent Acquisition Specialist – Supply Chain & Distribution Centre | Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal | Permanent Available

Pedros is actively seeking a strategic and experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist – Supply Chain & Distribution Centre to join their Head Office team within the Human Resources/Legal Business Unit in Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal. In this critical human resources role, you will partner closely with operational leaders across the Supply Chain and Distribution Centre networks to attract, assess, and secure top-tier talent to drive business performance and future expansion. Don’t miss this opportunity — vacancies are filling fast. Apply today.

Field	Details
Job Title	Talent Acquisition Specialist – Supply Chain & Distribution Centre
Reference Number	N/A
Department/Industry	Head Office – Human Resources/Legal / Human Resources
Job Type	Permanent
Salary	Market Related
Location	Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal
Closing Date	14 August 2026
Application Status	Open – Accepting Applications Now

About the Role

The Talent Acquisition Specialist – Supply Chain & Distribution Centre plays a fundamental role in building high-performing workforce capabilities that underpin Pedros’ supply chain and logistics operations. Operating out of the Pinetown office, this role extends beyond traditional recruitment by establishing long-term, proactive talent pipelines, analyzing dynamic labor market trends, and ensuring workforce readiness across all distribution centers.

As a strategic business partner, you will collaborate directly with operational leaders and hiring managers to execute end-to-end recruitment strategies. This involves managing active candidate sourcing, utilizing advanced digital headhunting tools, conducting structured competency assessments, and ensuring strict adherence to Employment Equity targets and corporate recruitment governance frameworks.

Important Compliance & Qualification Requirements: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, Industrial Psychology, or a related field, alongside a minimum of 8 years of direct Talent Acquisition / Recruitment experience. Proven expertise in recruiting specialist positions within Supply Chain, Logistics, or Distribution Centre environments is strictly required.

Employment Equity Note: Pedros is committed to Employment Equity and recruitment governance compliance, ensuring designated candidates are given preference in alignment with statutory frameworks.

Stakeholder Engagement & Workforce Strategy

• Partner closely with operational leaders to analyze workforce requirements and design proactive, tailored talent acquisition strategies.

• Provide continuous labor market insights, salary benchmarking, and talent availability intelligence to guide executive hiring decisions.

• Deliver an exceptional end-to-end candidate and hiring manager experience that elevates the employer brand.

Proactive Sourcing & Headhunting

• Build and maintain robust, sustainable talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill Supply Chain and Distribution Centre roles.

• Execute active sourcing and headhunting strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter and other advanced digital sourcing platforms.

• Engage passively with specialized logistics and distribution professionals to nurture future recruitment candidate pools.

Assessment, Selection & Interviewing

• Conduct rigorous candidate screening, structured interviews, and background evaluations using standardized recruitment methodologies.

• Assess candidate suitability against specific technical logistics requirements, behavioral competencies, and organizational fit.

• Guide hiring managers through objective selection processes to secure high-caliber operational talent.

Governance & Employment Equity Compliance

• Enforce strict compliance with South African Employment Equity legislation and internal recruitment policies across all hiring stages.

• Maintain complete recruitment administrative accuracy, candidate tracking records, and compliance metrics.

• Ensure all recruitment practices uphold fair, transparent, and legally sound human resources standards.

Continuous Improvement & Market Intelligence

• Monitor industrial labor market shifts, regional talent availability, and compensation benchmarks within the retail and QSR supply chain sectors.

• Streamline time-to-hire metrics while maintaining high quality-of-hire and candidate retention standards.

• Contribute actively to broader Human Resources and Legal Business Unit projects to strengthen organizational capability.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, Industrial Psychology, or a closely related field.

Experience

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Talent Acquisition / Recruitment.

• Proven track record of successfully recruiting specialist roles within Supply Chain, Logistics, or Distribution Centre operations.

Technical Skills

• Advanced capability in candidate headhunting and digital talent mapping using LinkedIn Recruiter and modern applicant tracking systems.

• Proficiency in compiling salary benchmarking reports and labor market availability analyses.

Knowledge Requirements

• Sound working knowledge of South African Employment Equity legislation, labor market dynamics, and recruitment governance best practices.

• In-depth understanding of technical roles, operational structures, and competency frameworks within supply chain and warehousing environments.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent stakeholder management, persuasive communication, and interpersonal relationship-building skills.

• Strong commercial awareness and proven business partnering capabilities.

• Exceptional organizational abilities to manage high-volume recruitment priorities simultaneously under tight deadlines.

Personal Attributes

• Strategic, solutions-driven mindset focused on strengthening long-term organizational capacity.

• Confident influencer capable of guiding executive hiring managers and shaping talent decisions.

Strategic Workforce Alignment

We align our talent acquisition practices with overall business objectives, ensuring supply chain operations are backed by capable, resilient workforce teams.

Operational Partnering

Working hand-in-hand with operational leadership fosters mutual trust, deep functional understanding, and accurate talent selection.

Equity & Compliance

Upholding fair recruitment practices and respecting Employment Equity principles drives diversity, integrity, and regulatory excellence.

Excellence in Execution

Leveraging digital sourcing tools and structured assessment models guarantees high standards at every stage of the recruitment process.

Continuous Market Learning

Staying ahead of labor market trends and salary dynamics ensures our organization remains competitive in attracting top-tier industry talent.

Advancing your career within corporate human resources and specialized talent acquisition offers structured pathways toward executive HR leadership.

• Talent Acquisition Specialist – Supply Chain & Distribution Centre → Senior Talent Acquisition Manager

• Senior Talent Acquisition Manager → Head of Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding

• Head of Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding → Human Resources Director

• Human Resources Director → Chief People Officer (CPO)

Your career path is in your hands.

What qualifications are mandatory for the Talent Acquisition Specialist role at Pedros?

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, Industrial Psychology, or a related field, accompanied by at least 8 years of dedicated recruitment experience.

Does this position require experience in a specific industry sector?

Yes, candidates must demonstrate proven experience specifically recruiting specialist positions within Supply Chain, Logistics, or Distribution Centre environments.

What is the closing date for this Pinetown Head Office vacancy?

The official closing date for applications is 14 August 2026. Candidates are strongly encouraged to submit their credentials prior to this date.

Where is this role physically based?

This is a permanent post based at the Pedros Head Office operations in Pinetown, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.

Are Employment Equity principles applied during the recruitment process?

Yes, Pedros is fully committed to Employment Equity guidelines and statutory compliance, with preference given to designated candidates in line with equity targets.

What digital tools are required for candidate sourcing in this post?

Demonstrated expertise using LinkedIn Recruiter and advanced digital sourcing platforms is required to build proactive talent pipelines and headhunt specialized talent.

To submit your application for the Talent Acquisition Specialist – Supply Chain & Distribution Centre position at Pedros, prepare your updated CV and copies of your degree qualification, ensuring your supply chain recruitment achievements are clearly highlighted.

👉 Apply via the official portal: Pedros Careers Page

Important Application Notice: Ensure all tertiary qualifications, contact details, and relevant supply chain recruitment experience are clearly detailed. Late or incomplete submissions after 14 August 2026 will not be considered.

Employment Equity Note: Preference will be given to candidates in alignment with the company’s Employment Equity targets and statutory legislation.

Apply early — this vacancy closes on 14 August 2026.

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