Remote Warehouse Operations Leader

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Generous PTO

Professional development

Home office support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Warehouse Operations Manager to oversee distributed warehousing and logistics. This remote leadership role requires strategic planning, process optimization, and strong safety compliance.

You will manage inventory accuracy, WMS implementation, budgeting, and KPI-driven improvements across multiple facilities while coordinating with transportation teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in warehouse management or senior operations in logistics.
• Proficient with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and logistics software.
• Strong inventory control knowledge and best practices.
• Proven leadership and ability to manage remote teams.
• Excellent problem-solving, data analysis, and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement plans to optimize warehouse layout and efficiency.
• Oversee inventory management, picking/packing, shipping and receiving.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts and audits.
• Lead, train, and motivate staff across distributed facilities.
• Monitor KPIs and take corrective actions to reduce costs.
• Prepare reports for senior management.

Skills

Warehouse leadership

Remote management

WMS proficiency

Inventory control

Data analysis

KPI tracking

Budget management

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Warehouse Operations Manager to oversee distributed warehousing and logistics. This remote leadership role requires strategic planning, process optimization, and strong safety compliance.

You will manage inventory accuracy, WMS implementation, budgeting, and KPI-driven improvements across multiple facilities while coordinating with transportation teams.