Logistics Team Leader - Warehouse Ops & Growth

Placements24; Greater London; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Logistics Team Leader to manage a warehouse operations team at their site in East London, Eastern Cape.

You will oversee receiving, put-away, picking, packing and dispatching, drive safety, and monitor KPIs to ensure targets are met. The role requires leadership, proactive problem solving, and clear communication for productivity and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate required; logistics qualification advantageous.
• 3+ years in warehouse/logistics; 1+ year in leadership.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Solid understanding of warehouse operations, inventory control, and safety procedures.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks.
• Proficient in MS Office; WMS experience is a strong asset.
• Willing to work shifts and overtime in East London.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and supervise a team of warehouse staff to ensure efficient operations.
• Oversee daily warehouse activities including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and dispatching.
• Monitor team performance against KPIs and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure health and safety compliance in warehouse operations.
• Maintain housekeeping and organization within the warehouse.
• Assist in inventory management including cycle counts and stocktaking.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth workflow.
• Identify and report operational issues and implement immediate solutions.
• Provide guidance and support to team members.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure efficient utilization of resources and equipment.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Education

Matric certificate

Logistics or SCM qualification advantageous

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 in East London, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Logistics Team Leader to manage a warehouse operations team at their site in East London, Eastern Cape.

You will oversee receiving, put-away, picking, packing and dispatching, drive safety, and monitor KPIs to ensure targets are met. The role requires leadership, proactive problem solving, and clear communication for productivity and continuous improvement.