DC Operations Lead — Team Leadership & Inventory

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking an experienced Distribution Center Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations, ensuring accurate receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods within a fast-paced retail distribution network.

You will lead a team of distribution center associates, optimize workflow, maintain inventory accuracy, enforce safety, and collaborate with transportation and other departments to ensure smooth, efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in distribution center/warehouse supervisory role.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with inventory control and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Supervise distribution center associates and shift teams.
• Oversee receiving, put-away, picking, packing and shipping.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and conduct cycle counts.
• Enforce safety regulations and company policies.
• Coordinate with transportation and other departments for smooth operations.
• Train new staff on procedures and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Logistics certification (advantage)

Tools

WMS

Job description

Placements24 in East London is seeking an experienced Distribution Center Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations, ensuring accurate receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods within a fast-paced retail distribution network.

You will lead a team of distribution center associates, optimize workflow, maintain inventory accuracy, enforce safety, and collaborate with transportation and other departments to ensure smooth, efficient operations.