Logistics and Warehouse Controller

Joubert & Associates; Riebeek-Wes; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Joubert & Associates represents a client in Riebeek West, Western Cape, seeking a Logistics Warehouse Controller to oversee warehousing and logistics operations, ensuring efficient receipt, storage, handling and dispatch of materials.

You will manage a 13-member team, plan loads, optimize space (FIFO), and report daily to monthly, while upholding safety, accuracy and cost-effectiveness in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management / Logistics or other relevant field.
• Previous exposure to a food safety programme is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Attend to receipt and capture of orders and generate sales orders.
• Schedule trucks for delivery and optimize load planning.
• Plan warehouse space for optimal use (FIFO).
• Ensure safe off-loading and stacking.
• Manage movable equipment and trucks (maintenance, services).
• Lead a team of 13 employees.
• Ensure packaging materials and finished goods are received, stored, and dispatched accurately.
• Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports and reconciliations.

Skills

Planning skills

Interpersonal communication

Detail-oriented

Integrity

Time management

Prioritisation

Ability to work under pressure

Valid driver’s license

Education

Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management / Logistics or related field

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

CHEP pallet system

Job description

Our client, one of the largest independent producers of wheat in the country, situated in Riebeek West, is seeking a Logistics Warehouse Controller to join the group.

The incumbent will be responsible to oversee and manage all warehousing and logistics operations for the company, ensuring raw materials, packing materials and finished goods are received, stored, handled and dispatched efficiently, accurately and safely; to optimise space, maintain stock accuracy, minimise waste/spoilage, and ensure the warehouse supports production and distribution objectives. In addition, the incumbent must receive and process orders and ensure efficient and cost-effective product distribution.

Key Performance Areas:

• Attend to receipt and capture of orders and generate sales orders

• Schedule trucks for delivery (determine load planning and delivery schedule)

• Warehouse space planning to ensure optimal use of allocated space (FIFO)

• Ensure safe off-loading and stacking

• Manage all movable equipment and trucks (maintenance, services etc.)

• Manage a team of 13 employees

• Ensure packaging material and finished goods are received, stored, handled and dispatched accurately

• Daily; weekly and monthly reporting and reconciliations

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management / Logistics or other relevant field will be beneficial

• Previous exposure to food safety programme will be beneficial

• 5 years’ experience in Logistics and Warehousing

• 2 years’ managerial experience

• Proven knowledge of transport, scheduling and warehousing

• Experience working with CHEP pallet system will be beneficial

• Exceptional computer skills (Excel, Outlook, Word)

• Excellent planning skills

• Good interpersonal and communication skills

• A detail-oriented personality

• High level of integrity

• Good time-management and prioritisation skills

• Ability to work under pressure

• Valid driver’s licence

This position offers:

• The opportunity to work closely with senior management

• Exposure to a manufacturing environment with strong operational focus

• Market-related remuneration