Distribution Center Supervisor

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Paid sick leave

Annual leave

On-site training

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks a Distribution Center Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations, drive efficiency, and ensure safety standards. You will manage inventory, flow of goods, and a team of warehouse staff to meet targets.

The role requires strong leadership, experience with warehouse management systems (WMS), and a proactive approach to training, quality control, and risk mitigation in a bustling port city environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff in a warehouse or distribution center.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory, and order fulfilment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and process improvements.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily warehouse activities and staff to maintain productivity.
• Manage inventory, conduct stock takes, and ensure accurate records.
• Oversee receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping processes.
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure a secure work environment.
• Train new employees and provide ongoing coaching.
• Monitor equipment usage and coordinate maintenance.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Warehouse operations

Leadership

WMS

Safety compliance

Communication

Tools

WMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a dedicated Distribution Center Supervisor to oversee daily operations at their facility in Durban . This role is crucial for ensuring the efficient and safe handling of goods, managing a team of warehouse associates, and meeting operational targets. You will be responsible for coordinating receiving, storage, order fulfillment, and shipping activities, while upholding strict quality and safety standards. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a leading logistics provider in one of South Africa's busiest port cities, fostering a productive and safe working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the daily activities of warehouse staff, ensuring productivity and adherence to schedules.
• Manage inventory levels, conduct regular stocktakes, and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Oversee the efficient processing of incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures to maintain a secure working environment.
• Train new employees and provide ongoing coaching to the warehouse team.
• Monitor equipment usage and coordinate maintenance to ensure operational readiness.

Requirements

• Previous supervisory experience in a warehouse or distribution center environment.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, including inventory management and order fulfillment.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with potential for overtime pay.
• Medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Paid sick leave and annual leave.
• On-site training and development opportunities.
• A challenging yet rewarding role within a dynamic industry.