Brand-New Warehouse Operations Leader (Bonded)

Kontak Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to establish and run a new warehouse. This leadership role involves developing operations from scratch, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of warehouse management experience, expertise in bonded warehousing, and a strong background in process optimization. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to lead an innovative logistics operation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in warehouse operations management.
• Proven ability to set up and run a bonded warehouse.
• Strong leadership background managing warehouse teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the warehouse team.
• Build and optimise warehouse operations.
• Manage bonded warehouse oversight.
• Oversee inventory and space management.
• Ensure order fulfilment and quality.
• Provide reporting and operational analysis.
• Drive health, safety, and compliance.
• Manage vendor and carrier relationships.

Skills

Warehouse operations management

Leadership skills

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Data analysis

Health and safety regulations

Education

Logistics / Supply Chain qualification

Job description

A logistics company in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to establish and run a new warehouse. This leadership role involves developing operations from scratch, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of warehouse management experience, expertise in bonded warehousing, and a strong background in process optimization. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to lead an innovative logistics operation.