Manager, Warehouse, Sky Services

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Cape Town is seeking a Warehouse Manager to oversee the team and ensure efficient service delivery. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in air freight exports, excellent staff management skills, and a strong understanding of industry requirements. This full-time role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team and manage warehouse operations effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience as Warehouse Manager in air freight exports environment.
• Excellent understanding of industry and related job requirements for freight forwarding.
• Experienced in building and leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Head up warehouse and manage the team.
• Manage intake, preparation and loading of cargo for export.
• Ensure operating costs are kept to a minimum.

Skills

Staff management

Problem solving

Communication

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Tertiary Qualification (Advantageous)

Tools

Excel

Word

Windows

Office

Outlook

Job description

DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Read more at www.dsv.com

Location: Thunder Road, Tower City, Cape Town Intl Airport, Western Cape
Job Posting Title: Manager, Warehouse, Sky Services
Time Type: Full Time

Main purpose of role

Head up warehouse and manage the team to ensure internal & external service delivery

Duties and responsibilities

• Managing intake, preparation and loading of cargo for export purposes.
• Maintain accurate material levels.
• Management of loading equipment and vehicles.
• Ensure operating costs are kept to a minimum.
• Housekeeping and maintenance.
• Manage warehouse staff, including scheduling shifts, delegating tasks and ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Managing all SLA’s.

Job related requirements

• Minimum of 5 years experience as Warehouse Manager in air freight exports environment.
• Excellent understanding of industry and related job requirements for freight forwarding.
• Experienced in staff management; building and leading a team to perform at maximum capacity.
• Extensive knowledge pertaining to airlines, ground handlers.
• Manage Service Level Agreements, Vehicle maintenance & Licensing.
• Stock control and ordering of packaging material.
• Managing general housekeeping pertaining to the building, warehouse, coldrooms and surrounding perimeter.

Electives

• Strong communication and relationship building skills, both verbally and written.
• Analytical thinking - good problem solving abilities.
• Strong managerial and organisational skills.
• Detail orientated and ability to work under pressure.
• Positive outlook and strong leadership skills.
• Results, quality- and detail driven.
• Self-confident and resilient.

Tertiary Qualification

Advantageous

Computer packages

Excel/ Word/ Windows/ Office/ Outlook

Disclaimer

Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use affirmative action (AA) measures in an endeavour to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV’s Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.