FMCG Warehouse Operations Lead: Distribution & Efficiency

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and safety focused work

Generous annual leave

Team-building activities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor to oversee warehouse and distribution operations in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will lead a team, manage inventory, and ensure timely dispatch of goods while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Reporting to the operations manager, you will drive process improvements, optimize workflows, and coordinate with procurement and sales to support a lean and cost-efficient supply chain in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in warehouse or operations supervision (3–5 years).
• Experience with inventory control, order fulfillment and distribution.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily warehouse operations including receiving, stocking, picking, packing and shipping.
• Lead and develop a team of warehouse staff with performance management.
• Ensure accuracy of inventory records and conduct regular stocktakes.
• Optimize warehouse layout and workflows for efficiency and space utilization.
• Enforce safety policies to maintain a safe working environment.
• Monitor key metrics such as order fulfillment rates and inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate with logistics partners for timely outbound transportation.
• Maintain warehouse equipment and ensure proper functioning of machinery.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce costs and boost efficiency.
• Schedule warehouse staff to ensure adequate coverage.
• Liaise with procurement and sales to ensure seamless operations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Operational planning

Problem solving

Team management

Communication

Education

Diploma or certificate in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Operations

High school diploma

Tools

WMS

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor to oversee warehouse and distribution operations in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will lead a team, manage inventory, and ensure timely dispatch of goods while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Reporting to the operations manager, you will drive process improvements, optimize workflows, and coordinate with procurement and sales to support a lean and cost-efficient supply chain in a fast-paced FMCG environment.