Receiving Supervisor (Durban West)

PEP; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Durban is seeking a Receiving Supervisor to manage the efficiency of the stock receiving process. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years’ experience in a Distribution Centre environment and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include managing operational performance, liaising with suppliers, and ensuring proper delivery schedules. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on leadership and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience within the Distribution Centre environment.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) preferred.
• A passionate, service-oriented team player.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational performance of the receiving department.
• Liaise with suppliers and buyers about booking schedules.
• Ensure deliveries take place within the correct time window.
• Provide leadership and coaching within the receiving department.

Skills

Computer Literacy: G-Suite

Good communication skills

Planning and organizing

Problem-solving

Ability to build and maintain relationships

Education

Grade 12

Tools

WMS (preferably Manhattan)

Job description

Overview

Job title: Receiving Supervisor (Durban West)

Job Location: KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

Deadline: September 29, 2025

Purpose of the Job

To manage the efficiency of the stock receiving process of the DC.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the operational performance of the receiving department
• Liaise with suppliers and buyers regarding all pre-booking and daily booking and ensure that delivery schedule is updated correctly
• Check delivery window period on the system and ensure deliveries take place in correct window period
• Ensure that special instructions / requests are carried out in terms of off-loading process of vehicles, promo parcels and client requests to ensure maximised vehicle utilisation and client satisfaction.
• Provide leadership and coaching within the receiving department
• General management of the receiving department, e.g. managing expenses within the allocated budget, facilitating the import damage process / excesses / shortages etc.
• Manage the relationships between the receiving department and stakeholders, e.g. QC, buyers, suppliers etc.
• Identify operational problems / issues; take action to resolve; and escalate where appropriate
• Liaise with stakeholders regarding operational distribution issues (e.g. receiving, storage, QC and admin)
• Ad hoc tasks as required

Requirements

• Grade 12
• Computer Literacy: G-Suite
• At least 3 years’ experience within the Distribution Centre environment
• Knowledge of WMS, preferably Manhattan
• Good communication skills; excellent in planning, organising and problem-solving
• Ability to build and maintain relationships; high regard for quality and detail
• A passionate, service orientated team player
• Store Keeping / Procurement jobs