Dayshift Warehouse Supervisor : Wholesale (Upd Lea Glen)

Clicks Group Limited; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical sector is seeking a Dayshift Warehouse Supervisor. This role involves managing warehouse inventory, ensuring compliance with standards, and overseeing staff productivity to meet operational targets. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and experience in warehouse operations, preferably in a supervisory capacity.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years' experience in Pharmaceutical / Distribution & Wholesale environment.
• 2 years' experience in dealing with supplier returns.
• 1-2 years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Conduct and supervise cycle counting and manage order disputes.
• Train and manage staff performance.

Skills

WMS / ERP systems knowledge

Computer skills on MS Office

Product knowledge

Financial understanding

Planning and coordinating skills

Teamwork ability

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Tools

SAP

KNAPP

Job description

Dayshift Warehouse Supervisor : Wholesale (UPD Lea Glen)

Listing status : Online

Apply by : 3 March

Position summary
Industry : Pharmaceutical Sector

Job category : Other : FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location : Roodepoort

Contract : Permanent

EE position : Yes

About our company

Clicks Group

Introduction

We are looking to recruit a permanent Dayshift Warehouse Supervisor for the Wholesale Department to work for United Pharmaceutical Distributors (UPD).

The role will be based at the UPD Lea Glen branch and will report to the Department Manager.

Job Purpose : Responsible for the effective and accurate management and control of inventory within the warehouse, ensuring good Wholesale & Distribution Practice is applied.

Job Objectives : Adherence to compliance, SOPs, and company policies (SHEQ, QA). Productivity management - capacity management, order processing cycle time, manning utilization, unplanned downtime. Equipment uptime and maintenance - asset inspections and reports as required. Reporting on daily performance and order status. Daily / Weekly / Monthly management reports. Attainment of daily operational targets. Order processing within required turnaround times. Transfers and sales orders. Conduct and supervise cycle counting and bin check process. Return stock to vendor / claims generated by operations. Inventory and Receiving departments for both Wholesale and Distribution. Management of quality and output levels. Performance management of staff, staff training, and discipline. Set targets and deadlines for direct reports. Assistance with stock counts within PDC Wholesale and Distribution. Control and resolution of order disputes / claims internally and externally. Manage staff complement for overtime when required.

Job related knowledge and skills : WMS / ERP systems knowledge. Computer skills on MS Office (Word and Excel). Product knowledge. Financial understanding - budget. Communicate effectively at all levels. Strong planning and coordinating skills. Ability to work in a team. Ability to work under pressure / time deadlines. Honesty and integrity. Ability to work on excel reports and drive efficiencies.

Experience and Education :

• Relevant tertiary qualifications (advantageous)
• 3 - 5 years' experience in a Pharmaceutical / Distribution & Wholesale / FMCG / Supply Chain & Logistic environment (advantageous)
• 2 years' experience in dealing with supplier returns, with keen understanding of supplier policies and proven experience in the inventory department (advantageous)
• 1-2 years supervisory / people management experience (advantageous)
• SAP and KNAPP experience will be advantageous