FMCG Warehouse Supervisor

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Medical & retirement benefits

Career progression

Stable FMCG environment

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent FMCG Warehouse Supervisor in Soweto to oversee daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping of goods. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

You will lead a team, optimize processes, and ensure inventory integrity while maintaining a high level of productivity in a fast-paced distribution center in Soweto.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Warehouse Supervisor or in a supervisory role in FMCG.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations and logistics.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in warehouse settings.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily warehouse staff and ensure efficient workflow.
• Oversee receiving, storage and dispatch with inventory integrity.
• Enforce strict health and safety regulations.
• Manage stock levels, perform regular stock takes, resolve discrepancies.
• Train and mentor staff to promote performance and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Health and safety

Communication

Problem-solving

Warehouse operations

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and organized FMCG Warehouse Supervisor to manage and optimize operations within their distribution center in Soweto . You will be responsible for overseeing daily warehouse activities, including receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping of FMCG products, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to safety standards. This role requires a hands‑on approach, strong leadership skills, and a thorough understanding of warehouse management best practices within the fast‑paced consumer goods environment. The ideal candidate is committed to maintaining a safe and productive working environment and driving continuous improvement in warehouse operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of warehouse staff, ensuring efficient workflow and task completion.
• Oversee the accurate receiving, storage, and dispatch of all FMCG products, maintaining inventory integrity.
• Implement and enforce strict health and safety regulations within the warehouse environment.
• Manage inventory levels, conduct regular stock takes, and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Train and mentor warehouse team members, fostering a culture of performance and safety.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Warehouse Supervisor or in a similar supervisory role, preferably in the FMCG sector .
• Solid understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management, and logistics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations pertinent to warehouse environments.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, physically demanding role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with overtime opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for training and career progression within logistics.
• A stable and dynamic work environment within the FMCG industry.
• Team‑oriented culture focused on operational excellence.