Nightshift Manager - FMCG/Logistics/Warehousing

Staff Unlimited Recruitment; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Staff Unlimited Recruitment is looking for an experienced Nightshift Manager in Polokwane, Limpopo, to oversee warehouse operations during the night. The ideal candidate will have a strong operational background in FMCG distribution and be disciplined in team management and stock control.

Responsibilities include supervising loading teams, ensuring efficient truck loading, managing warehouse productivity, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates should possess a Matric qualification and preferably a certificate in Warehouse Management, along with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in warehousing, logistics, or distribution.
• Minimum 2 years’ people management experience.
• Strong understanding of the supply chain.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate delivery rounds.
• Supervise picking and loading teams.
• Ensure accurate and efficient truck loading.
• Manage warehouse productivity and time management.

Skills

Warehousing

Team supervision

Stock control

Dispatch management

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Certificate in Stock Control or Warehouse Management

Tools

Great Plains or similar ERP/WMS system

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Overview

Nightshift Manager

Location: Polokwane, Limpopo; Industry: FMCG / Food Distribution / Warehousing; Working Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 17h00 until completion

A well-established national FMCG distribution company is seeking an experienced and hands-on Nightshift Manager to oversee its warehouse and dispatch operations during the nightshift. This role is suited to a disciplined operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced distribution environment and has strong experience in warehousing, team supervision, stock control, and dispatch management.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate delivery rounds
• Supervise picking and loading teams
• Oversee and enforce the Pick-to-Load process
• Ensure accurate and efficient truck loading
• Manage warehouse productivity and time management
• Prevent and control shrinkage and damages
• Oversee stock control and assist with stocktakes
• Maintain high housekeeping and safety standards
• Implement and enforce Occupational Health & Safety compliance
• Generate operational reports using the company system (Great Plains)
• Manage team performance, discipline, and staff welfare
• Ensure operational targets and deadlines are met

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Certificate in Stock Control or Warehouse Management advantageous
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in warehousing, logistics, or distribution
• Minimum 2 years’ people management experience
• Strong understanding of the supply chain (buying, selling, routing, dispatching)
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience on Great Plains or similar ERP/WMS system advantageous
• Strong numerical and literacy skills
• Ability to work accurately under pressure
• High attention to detail
• Clean criminal record

Personal Attributes

• Highly disciplined and organised
• Strong planning ability
• Able to multitask in a high-pressure environment
• Confident managing teams and people dynamics
• Energetic and hands-on leadership style
• Adaptable to operational changes and overtime requirements
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations
• Own transport advantageous

This is a hands-on operational management role requiring flexibility, accountability, and strong leadership during nightshift operations.

If you meet the above criteria and are ready to take ownership of a dynamic warehouse environment, we invite you to apply.