Receiving and Dispatch Supervisor

Kamo Placements CC; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinetown, South Africa. Kamo Placements CC seeks an experienced Receiving and Dispatch Supervisor to oversee its warehouse operations in the FMCG sector.

The ideal candidate will lead a team, ensure accurate stock control and efficient daily processes, and uphold safety and quality standards. You will coordinate receipt, storage, picking and dispatch, maintain stock records, use SAP Business One, and collaborate with production, procurement and logistics teams to optimise performance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in receiving and dispatch, pick and pack or a similar warehouse role.
• FMCG industry experience advantageous, but not essential.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experience using a Warehouse Management System (SAP Business One advantageous).
• Good working knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• A logistics or stock management qualification will be an advantage.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• A proactive approach with a strong focus on safety, accuracy and operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the receipt, checking, storage and dispatch of stock, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
• Coordinate daily warehouse activities, including loading, picking and dispatch operations
• Maintain accurate stock records, conduct regular stock counts and investigate any discrepancies
• Ensure effective stock rotation, correct storage practices and optimal use of warehouse space
• Supervise warehouse staff, allocate responsibilities and monitor daily performance
• Ensure warehouse equipment is used correctly and maintained in good working order
• Uphold food safety, hygiene, housekeeping and health and safety standards
• Monitor stock losses and wastage while identifying ways to improve warehouse processes
• Maintain accurate warehouse documentation and records
• Work closely with Production, Procurement and Picking teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations

Skills

Receiving and dispatch

Team leadership

Stock control

SAP Business One

MS Excel

MS Word

FMCG experience

Logistics knowledge

Education

Logistics or stock management qualification

Tools

SAP Business One

Job description

Pinetown. An established business within the FMCG industry is seeking an experienced and hands-on Receiving and Dispatch Supervisor to oversee its warehouse operations. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a warehouse environment, and proven ability to lead a team while maintaining effective stock control and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the receipt, checking, storage and dispatch of stock, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
• Coordinate daily warehouse activities, including loading, picking and dispatch operations
• Maintain accurate stock records, conduct regular stock counts and investigate any discrepancies
• Ensure effective stock rotation, correct storage practices and optimal use of warehouse space
• Supervise warehouse staff, allocate responsibilities and monitor daily performance
• Ensure warehouse equipment is used correctly and maintained in good working order
• Uphold food safety, hygiene, housekeeping and health and safety standards
• Monitor stock losses and wastage while identifying ways to improve warehouse processes
• Maintain accurate warehouse documentation and records
• Work closely with Production, Procurement and Picking teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations

Requirements:

• Previous experience in receiving and dispatch, pick and pack or a similar warehouse role
• FMCG industry experience advantageous, but not essential
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience
• Experience using a Warehouse Management System (SAP Business One advantageous)
• Good working knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel and Word
• A logistics or stock management qualification will be an advantage
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
• A proactive approach with a strong focus on safety, accuracy and operational standards