Regional Warehouse & Operations Leader (Cape Winelands)

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Performance-based bonuses

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Warehouse and Operations Manager to supervise multiple warehouse sites in the Cape Winelands from the Paarl hub. You will drive inventory accuracy, safety, and efficient dispatch while aligning with broader supply chain goals.

The role demands 5–7 years in warehouse leadership, familiarity with WMS, and strong team management in a farming/food-production context. Local travel within Paarl area is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, SCM, Business Administration or related field preferred.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in warehouse management and operations.
• Experience managing multiple warehouse sites, preferably in the Western Cape.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management, WMS, and warehousing best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication and team-building skills.
• Proactive problem-solver with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize operations of multiple warehouse facilities across the Cape Winelands, coordinating from the Paarl hub.
• Ensure accurate receiving, storage, picking, packing and dispatch of goods.
• Enforce health and safety protocols across all sites.
• Lead, train and develop warehouse teams to drive efficiency and accuracy.
• Monitor operating costs and identify savings opportunities.
• Maintain equipment and facilities; ensure regulatory compliance including food safety where applicable.
• Collaborate with logistics, procurement and sales to align warehouse operations with the broader supply chain.
• Implement and utilize WMS to improve inventory accuracy and visibility.
• Develop and report KPIs such as inventory accuracy, on-time dispatch and costs.

Skills

Warehouse management

Logistics coordination

Inventory control

Leadership

Budget management

Health & safety compliance

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics / SCM / Business Administration

Tools

WMS software

MS Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Regional Warehouse and Operations Manager to supervise multiple warehouse sites in the Cape Winelands from the Paarl hub. You will drive inventory accuracy, safety, and efficient dispatch while aligning with broader supply chain goals.

The role demands 5–7 years in warehouse leadership, familiarity with WMS, and strong team management in a farming/food-production context. Local travel within Paarl area is required.