Logistics Team Leader - Warehouse Operations

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks a Logistics Team Leader to oversee warehouse operations with hybrid on-site and remote elements. You will lead a team, manage daily activities, and ensure safety and efficiency across receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and dispatch.

The role requires strong leadership, WMS knowledge, and inventory control, with collaboration across transport and procurement to optimize the supply chain. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory or team leader role within a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, and WMS.
• Understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations in logistics.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and motivate a team of warehouse personnel to achieve operational targets.
• Oversee daily warehouse activities, including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and dispatch.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols, quality standards, and regulatory compliance within the warehouse.
• Manage inventory levels and conduct regular stock takes to ensure accuracy.
• Optimize warehouse layout and workflows for maximum efficiency and space utilization.
• Implement and utilize warehouse management systems (WMS) effectively.
• Monitor team performance, provide feedback, and conduct performance reviews.
• Liaise with other departments, including transport and procurement, to ensure seamless operations.
• Address and resolve operational issues and conflicts within the team.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

WMS knowledge

Inventory management

Safety compliance

Team management

Problem solving

Communication skills

Tools

WMS software

Office suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent logistics and supply chain provider, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Logistics Team Leader to oversee warehouse operations in Benoni . This critical role involves managing a team of warehouse staff, ensuring the efficient flow of goods, and maintaining high standards of safety and productivity. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities, a deep understanding of warehouse management systems, and excellent problem-solving abilities. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring on-site presence for team supervision and operational management, with potential for remote oversight or administrative tasks. You will play a pivotal role in optimizing our client's supply chain within the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and motivate a team of warehouse personnel to achieve operational targets.
• Oversee daily warehouse activities, including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and dispatch.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols, quality standards, and regulatory compliance within the warehouse.
• Manage inventory levels and conduct regular stock takes to ensure accuracy.
• Optimize warehouse layout and workflows for maximum efficiency and space utilization.
• Implement and utilize warehouse management systems (WMS) effectively.
• Monitor team performance, provide feedback, and conduct performance reviews.
• Liaise with other departments, including transport and procurement, to ensure seamless operations.
• Address and resolve operational issues and conflicts within the team.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of process improvements.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a supervisory or team leader role within a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, and WMS.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations in logistics.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.{ "FinalAction":"RefinementRequired", "FormattedDescription":"

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  • Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
  
  
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  • Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations in logistics.
  
  
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  Benefits

  
  
  
  
  • This full-time role offers a competitive annual salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  
  
  • You will have the opportunity to lead and develop a dedicated team in a key operational role.
  
  
  • Access to professional development and training programs to enhance leadership and logistics skills.
  
  
  • Be part of an innovative company that values efficiency and continuous improvement.
  
  
  • Enjoy a hybrid work environment that offers flexibility.
  
  
  • Contribute to the success of a well-established logistics provider in Gauteng .
  
  
  • Potential for career advancement within the organization.
  
  
  • Participate in strategic planning and operational improvements.
  
  
  • Secure a challenging and rewarding position in the logistics sector.
  
  
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