Logistics Warehouse Manager

BSBF; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Part time

Job summary

A logistics company in Boksburg is seeking a Part-Time Warehouse Operations Manager to oversee daily operations, manage inventory integrity, and ensure adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a relevant bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in FMCG logistics, proficiency in SAP WMS, and strong problem-solving skills. This role requires effective coordination with 3PLs and a focus on continuous improvement in warehouse processes.

Qualifications

• Strong systems proficiency in SAP and WMS.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in logistics environments.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Run daily warehouse operations and manage stock discrepancies.
• Lead warehouse resources and oversee performance management.
• Coordinate replenishment and transfers effectively.
• Conduct audits and maintain quality and safety standards.

Skills

Logistics

Supply Chain Management

Customer Service

Inventory Control

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

5+ years experience in FMCG logistics

Tools

SAP WMS

Google Workspace

Job description

Overview

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number#169859 - Boksburg Gauteng South Africa

Role Summary / Purpose

Own day-to-day warehouse operations in the Boksburg plant ensuring accurate inventory smooth inbound / outbound flows and high service levels to our customers. Lead warehouse resources optimize capacity drive 5S and EOHS practices and continuously improve processes to reduce cost and increase reliability. Reporting to the Senior Logistics and Inventory Manager within Customer Service & Logistics steward stock integrity manage MHE and uphold strict KPI targets including Case Fill and On-Time Delivery. Provide leadership pivotal to coordinating stock movements resolving discrepancies and maintaining quality and safety standards across the network.

Responsibilities

• Run daily warehouse operations and relationships with 3PLs: resolve stock discrepancies between plant and warehouses (WMS) manage inbound / outbound flows ensure CHEP pallet availability maintain housekeeping and MHE readiness and swiftly resolve issues to avoid operational impact.
• Lead warehouse resource and performance management: oversee capacity / utilization supervise warehouse and admin staff (including temporary staffing) conduct weekly 5S audits manage pallet hire MHE utilization scorecards / KPIs and address security issues.
• Coordinate replenishment and transfers: manage daily shuttles to main warehouses plan depot transfers prioritize urgent stock to mother warehouse / backhaul / toll packers improve vehicle utilization and turnaround time and oversee staff sales stock transfers.
• Safeguard inventory integrity: perform daily factory-to-WMS reconciliations reconcile reworks own cycle counts and monthly stock counts / variance investigations reconcile CHEP pallets / portal updates manage quarantines with accurate batch records and reconcile staff sales.
• Uphold Quality and EOHS standards: maintain highest safety standards conduct daily / weekly / monthly audits (including temperature logging) complete daily MHE inspections drive continuous improvement and ensure all training requirements are met.
• Manage stock-on-hold and disposals: move QI stock to 3PLs coordinate releases with the Technical team segregate EMO / rejected stock reconcile daily batch releases and ensure safe disposal of rejected / written-off stock including trade returns; achieve service KPIs such as Case Fill 97% On-Time Delivery 98% POD within 14 days and 2-hour turnaround time.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent in Logistics Supply Chain Transportation or Operations Management.
• Minimum 5 years experience in FMCG logistics environments covering warehouse operations inventory control customer service management and stock control.
• Strong systems proficiency: SAP WMS (Materials Management Sales & Distribution) Google Workspace WMS interfacing and Lotus Notes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven communication skills; collaborative team player; resilient under pressure; decisive problem-solver with strong customer orientation and analytical ability; self-motivated and assertive.
• Demonstrated leadership of 3PL partners and warehouse teams with experience driving 5S continuous improvement and KPI scorecard rigor in high-volume operations.
• Familiarity with EOHS standards MHE safety / inspections CHEP pallet processes and audit / temperature logging routines in warehousing environments.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 2 - 2