An established organization operating within the FMCG, wholesale, and hospitality industries is seeking a seasoned Warehouse Manager to lead their logistics operations. This is an exciting opportunity to oversee a dynamic warehouse environment, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and high performance across all activities.
What You'll Do:
- Take responsibility for the daily operations of the warehouse, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch.
- Ensure customer orders are prepared accurately and dispatched on time.
- Allocate tasks and resources effectively to meet operational requirements.
- Monitor workflow, resolve bottlenecks, and maintain smooth operational flow.
- Lead, supervise, and motivate the warehouse team, setting clear performance expectations.
- Manage staff schedules, conduct training, and promote a positive team culture.
- Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness, ensuring compliance with relevant standards such as HACCP, SANS, and international food safety regulations.
- Oversee stock control, conduct regular stock counts, and address discrepancies.
- Monitor stock movement, wastage, damage, and ensure correct stock rotation using FIFO/FEFO principles.
- Coordinate with procurement and operations on stock availability and product handling.
- Ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping, including inventory, delivery notes, and system transactions.
- Enforce health and safety policies, conduct safety inspections, and ensure proper use of PPE.
- Track operational metrics such as order volumes, dispatch performance, and inventory variances, providing regular reports to management.
- Implement process improvements to enhance warehouse efficiency.
Requirements:
- 8-10+ years of management and operational experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
- At least 5 years of proven experience managing and supervising warehouse teams.
- Strong leadership and people-management skills.
- In-depth knowledge of stock control, inventory management, and ERP systems.
- Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
- Ability to handle operational challenges and implement practical solutions.
Familiarity with the following is advantageous:
- Food safety standards including HACCP, SANS, GlobalG.A.P., Halal, and Kosher requirements.
What We'll Give You:
- A competitive salary of R30,000 - R35,000 per month (Cost to Company).
- Performance bonuses.
- The opportunity to lead a vital part of a growing organization within a collaborative environment.
Ready to take the next step in your management career and make a significant impact? Apply now to join a company committed to operational excellence and employee development.