Senior Warehouse Operations Lead — Cape Town

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and pension

Career development programs

Cape Town facility exposure

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Warehouse Operations Supervisor for a large, modern Cape Town facility. You will lead a team handling receiving, put-away, picking, packing and shipping, while optimizing processes and ensuring safety.

Knowledge of WMS and strong leadership are essential, with a track record in fast-paced distribution environments. This on-site role offers growth and development within a key logistics hub.

Qualifications

• Must hold a qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Operations, or significant equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years in warehouse operations with 2+ years in supervision or leadership.
• Proven experience with WMS and inventory control procedures.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse safety regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of warehouse staff, ensuring productivity and schedules.
• Oversee receiving, warehousing, distribution, and maintenance operations.
• Implement and enforce standard policies and procedures.
• Maintain inventory accuracy via cycle counts and system reconciliation.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental compliance within the warehouse.
• Train and mentor staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Optimize layout and space utilization for maximum efficiency.
• Operate and manage the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Identify and implement process improvements to cut costs and boost service.
• Monitor equipment use and report maintenance needs promptly.
• Coordinate with transportation and customer service for seamless operations.
• Handle escalated issues and provide timely resolutions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Inventory management

Analytical thinking

Excel

Education

Qualification in Logistics/Supply Chain/Operations

Tools

WMS

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Warehouse Operations Supervisor for a large, modern Cape Town facility. You will lead a team handling receiving, put-away, picking, packing and shipping, while optimizing processes and ensuring safety.

Knowledge of WMS and strong leadership are essential, with a track record in fast-paced distribution environments. This on-site role offers growth and development within a key logistics hub.