Operations Team Lead (Logistics)

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career growth

Training & development

Paid leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Operations Team Lead for our Vereeniging facility to supervise warehouse staff and ensure efficient, safe operations. The role blends on-site leadership with potential remote planning tasks within a Hybrid model in Gauteng.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in warehouse operations, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to drive improvements while maintaining high productivity and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Prior supervisory experience in a warehouse/logistics setting.
• Minimum 3 years in warehouse or distribution operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate a diverse team and manage workloads.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of warehouse staff ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Monitor daily operations including receiving, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed and promote a safe environment.
• Train new team members and provide ongoing coaching to staff.
• Manage workload distribution and staffing to meet operational demands.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements.
• Maintain clean, organized warehouse workspace and track performance.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Warehouse operations

Inventory management

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a key player in the Logistics & Warehousing sector, is seeking an enthusiastic and organized Operations Team Lead to join their facility in Vereeniging, Gauteng . This role is essential for supervising a team of warehouse associates, ensuring efficient operations, and maintaining high standards of productivity and safety. The ideal candidate will have a passion for leading people, a strong understanding of warehouse processes, and the ability to motivate a team to achieve targets. This position involves a Hybrid work model, requiring a balance of on-site leadership and potential remote coordination for reporting and planning. We are looking for a dynamic individual who can contribute to operational excellence in the busy industrial region of Vereeniging . This is a fantastic opportunity to develop leadership skills within a supportive environment. Our client is dedicated to operational efficiency and fostering team cohesion.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide a team of warehouse staff, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time.
• Monitor daily operations, including receiving, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Ensure adherence to all health and safety regulations and promote a safe working environment.
• Train new team members and provide ongoing coaching to existing staff.
• Manage workload distribution and ensure adequate staffing levels to meet operational demands.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement solutions to improve workflow.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the warehouse workspace.
• Track team performance and provide regular feedback to associates and management.
• Collaborate with supervisors and managers on operational planning and improvements.
• Operate warehouse equipment as needed and ensure its proper maintenance.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a supervisory or team lead role within a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in warehouse operations.
• Strong understanding of warehouse processes, including inventory management and order fulfillment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and manage a diverse team.
• Good problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Familiarity with warehouse safety procedures.
• Ability to work effectively in a Hybrid work environment, with on-site presence required for supervision.
• Reside in or have reliable transport to Vereeniging, Gauteng .

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for career growth within the company.
• Training and development programs.
• Safe and supportive work environment.
• Paid leave entitlements.