Receiving Clerk - Logistics Hub

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Overtime opportunities

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Receiving Clerk for its busy distribution center in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. You will accurately document and process all incoming goods, inspect shipments, and assign items to storage locations to maintain precise inventory records.

The role requires attention to detail, basic WMS knowledge, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A focus on safety and reliability for shift work is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse receiving role or as a stock clerk is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Basic understanding of inventory management principles and warehouse operations.
• Ability to read and understand shipping documents, purchase orders, and manifests.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Basic computer literacy, including experience with WMS or similar inventory software is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Physically capable of standing, walking, and lifting items up to 15kg regularly.
• Must be reliable and punctual for shifts in Nelspruit.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload incoming shipments from various carriers.
• Inspect incoming goods for damages, shortages, or discrepancies against purchase orders and shipping manifests.
• Accurately record all received items into the warehouse management system (WMS) or relevant inventory system.
• Verify the accuracy of documentation, such as packing lists and invoices.
• Allocate received goods to their designated storage locations.
• Communicate any discrepancies or issues encountered during the receiving process to supervisors and relevant departments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe receiving area.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with inventory counts and stock takes as required.
• Operate basic warehouse equipment (e.g., pallet jacks) safely.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Tools

WMS software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major distribution center serving the agricultural sector, is looking for a diligent and organized Receiving Clerk to join their busy logistics hub in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. This role is critical for accurately documenting and processing all incoming goods, ensuring they are efficiently received, inspected, and accounted for. The ideal candidate will have a sharp eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to maintaining accurate inventory records. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual eager to contribute to the smooth operation of a key supply chain facility in Nelspruit.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and unload incoming shipments from various carriers.
• Inspect incoming goods for damages, shortages, or discrepancies against purchase orders and shipping manifests.
• Accurately record all received items into the warehouse management system (WMS) or relevant inventory system.
• Verify the accuracy of documentation, such as packing lists and invoices.
• Allocate received goods to their designated storage locations.
• Communicate any discrepancies or issues encountered during the receiving process to supervisors and relevant departments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe receiving area.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with inventory counts and stock takes as required.
• Operate basic warehouse equipment (e.g., pallet jacks) safely.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a warehouse receiving role or as a stock clerk is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Basic understanding of inventory management principles and warehouse operations.
• Ability to read and understand shipping documents, purchase orders, and manifests.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Basic computer literacy, including experience with WMS or similar inventory software is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Physically capable of standing, walking, and lifting items up to 15kg regularly.
• Must be reliable and punctual for shifts in Nelspruit.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive hourly wage, regular performance reviews, and opportunities for overtime.
• Comprehensive on-the-job training is provided, covering all aspects of the receiving process and system usage.
• A supportive team environment and clear pathways for skill development are available.
• This role in Nelspruit offers stability and the chance to become an integral part of a critical logistics operation, with potential to learn other warehouse functions.