Operations & Office Leader: Inventory, Shipping & Admin

Greys Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Greys Recruitment represents a vacancy for an Office Manager/Administration Manager role in a mining, engineering, industrial or logistics environment. The position requires strong people management, leadership and coordination of day-to-day office operations.

The ideal candidate will supervise staff, manage stock control and shipments, liaise with suppliers, and ensure accurate records and compliant procedures across office and stores functions.

Qualifications

• Matric/Grade 12; relevant tertiary qualification advantageous.
• 5+ years' experience in an Office Manager, Administration Manager, Operations Administrator or similar role.
• Proven experience managing and supervising staff.
• Strong people management and leadership skills.
• Some experience or knowledge of shipping, logistics, and stock control, warehouse or stores management.
• Good understanding of stock movement, inventory records and operational documentation.
• Strong administrative and organisational abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel and Office.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Experience working in a mining, engineering, industrial, logistics or international business environment would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations and administration of the office.
• Lead, supervise and motivate office and support staff.
• Allocate responsibilities, monitor performance and ensure high levels of accountability.
• Coordinate office administration, facilities, equipment and general operational requirements.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation and reports.
• Assist with stock control, inventory management and stores administration.
• Coordinate incoming and outgoing shipments and related documentation where required.
• Liaise with freight companies, couriers, suppliers and other service providers.
• Assist with the coordination of imports, exports, deliveries and collections.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure accurate recording and movement of inventory.
• Ensure that office, warehouse/stores and operational procedures are followed.
• Assist with purchasing, supplier management and the procurement of office and operational requirements.
• Work closely with management and other departments to ensure smooth business operations.
• Identify operational issues and implement practical solutions.

Skills

People management

Leadership

Communication

Stock control

Shipping knowledge

Inventory management

Excel

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

5+ years experience in Office Manager/Administration Manager role

Job description

Greys Recruitment represents a vacancy for an Office Manager/Administration Manager role in a mining, engineering, industrial or logistics environment. The position requires strong people management, leadership and coordination of day-to-day office operations.

The ideal candidate will supervise staff, manage stock control and shipments, liaise with suppliers, and ensure accurate records and compliant procedures across office and stores functions.