National Warehouse, Logistics and Transport Manager

Focus Kamoso (Pty) Ltd; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a National Warehouse and Logistics Manager based in Sandton, Johannesburg. This role involves managing the national warehouse and logistics, overseeing inventory, and ensuring timely delivery of products. The ideal candidate should possess a relevant BA degree and have extensive experience in warehouse management, with proven leadership capabilities. The position requires effective communication skills and the ability to manage logistics efficiently.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in warehouse manager environment with 2+ years in management.
• Demonstrate leadership in team motivation and performance.
• South African Citizen or EE requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Control incoming and outgoing product flows for timely delivery.
• Manage warehouse and logistics issues cost-effectively.
• Oversee inventory control and customer service logistics.

Skills

ACCPAC / SAGE 300 experience

Ability to work under pressure

Effective communication skills

Self-motivated individual

Creative problem solving

Leadership capabilities

Education

Relevant BA Degree (NQF7 or higher)

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Granite

Job description

SUMMARY : POSITION INFO :

Our client is a long-standing Technology company that is a distributor for medical technology products including medical equipment, devices and consumables for a number of Agencies across a wide range of therapeutic areas

Job purpose / summary

The company wishes to employ a National Warehouse and Logistics Manager who will be responsible to enhance and manage the national warehouse, the companies warehouse management system, oversee National Logistics and suppliers and the company’s vehicle fleet and fuel cards. The main warehouse is at Head Office in Johannesburg with branches in major centres with smaller warehousing and logistics functions.

The successful candidate will be based at the Company’s head office in Sandton Johannesburg and will report to the Operations

Minimum requirements, skills required and territory

Preference will be given to EE candidates

Qualification and requirements :

• Relevant BA Degree (NQF7 or higher)
• Worked in a warehouse manager environment for more than 5 years with at least 2 years in a management role
• Demonstrate Leadership capabilities and experience including handling of team motivation, team performance and discipline
• Knowledge of transport / fleet / warehouse management
• In current role for more than 3 years (job movements criteria)
• South African Citizen / EE requirements are given preference

Skills required

• ACCPAC / SAGE 300 experience beneficial or related ERP
• Granite experiences an advantage
• Take responsibility for the safekeeping of stock under their care
• Ability to work well under pressure / frequent interruptions
• Willingness to take responsibility.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Self-motivated individual
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in English
• Willingness to work overtime when required
• Limited travel

Job Responsibilities

• Control the flow of incoming and outgoing products to ensure customers receive products on time.
• Contain costs of all warehouse and logistics related issues
• Management of :
• the warehouse
• inventory control
• material handling
• customer service (Deliveries & Logistics)
• corporate fleet and fuels cards - management and investigation
• Overseeing warehousing and logistics for all branches
• Experience in Occupational Health and Safety
• Reporting on related budgets, expenses, progress of tasks etc.
• Above average organisational skills
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) in English
• Source and negotiate costs for local shipping suppliers
• Improve the efficiency of the supply chain.
• Technical skills :
• Problem solving
• Identifying critical issues with ease
• Creative thinking
• Fleet vehicle maintenance knowledge
• Warehouse management systems
• Developing, refining of processes and procedures
• ESG Reporting for Environmental
• Leadership skills
• Facilitate effective team interaction
• Dispute resolution
• Effective team management
• Team performance appraisals
• Team mentorship for local and regional affiliated staff