Inbound Warehouse Lead: Inventory & Safety Champion

Craven Cottage CC

Roodepoort

On-site

ZAR 360,000 - 540,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Craven Cottage CC in Roodepoort, Gauteng, is seeking an experienced Warehouse Operations Lead to manage daily Receiving and warehouse functions. You will oversee inbound deliveries, ensure accurate stock, barcoding and SOP adherence, and coordinate stock movements between departments to support production.

Responsibilities include driving inventory accuracy, cycle counts, variance investigations, and maintaining orderly warehouse records.

Qualifications

Relevant tertiary qualification required.
5+ years' experience in warehouse operations, with 2–3 years in supervision or management.
Strong practical experience in receiving, inventory control and warehouse management.
Experience managing a team in a busy warehouse environment.
Proven experience with stock takes, cycle counting, variances and investigations.
Good knowledge of warehouse safety and OHSA requirements.
Experience with ERP or Warehouse Management System.
Strong computer, reporting and administrative skills.
Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

Manage the daily operation of the Receiving and supporting warehouse functions.
Oversee the receiving and off-loading of supplier trucks and containers.
Ensure stock is received accurately, checked against supplier documentation and confirmed in good order and condition.
Ensure all stock is correctly barcoded, labelled and processed before being released into the warehouse.
Ensure receiving procedures and SOPs are consistently followed.
Manage the movement of stock between departments, including stock transfers and production / build-up orders.
Drive high levels of inventory accuracy and stock control.
Manage and participate in regular cycle counts and stock takes.
Monitor and investigate stock variances, shortages and missed picks.
Ensure corrective actions are implemented and provide feedback to management.
Maintain accurate warehouse records and documentation.
Manage the Credit & Returns process, ensuring returned goods are correctly identified, documented and processed.
Ensure accurate filing and control of PODs, credit notes, route sheets and other warehouse documentation.
Ensure outstanding documentation is followed up and resolved.
Maintain high standards of warehouse cleanliness, organisation and housekeeping.
Ensure stock is safely stored and pick faces and bin locations are accurate and replenished.
Monitor stacking, storage and warehouse safety requirements.
Manage forklift drivers and ensure equipment is correctly and safely utilised and maintained.
Lead, coach, train and develop the warehouse teams.
Set clear KPIs, productivity targets and individual performance objectives.
Monitor performance and implement improvement plans where required.
Manage recruitment, training, discipline and performance management.
Conduct regular team meetings and maintain strong communication across the department.
Ensure compliance with company policies, SOPs and Occupational Health & Safety requirements.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure employees are appropriately trained.
Manage labour utilisation and control operating costs, including overtime.
Identify inefficiencies and implement improvements to increase productivity, accuracy and service levels.
Take ownership of daily operational problems and ensure they are resolved quickly and effectively.