Senior Warehouse Supervisor

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Skills development

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, is seeking a Senior Warehouse Supervisor to lead daily warehouse operations on-site with a hybrid flexibility for admin tasks.

You will manage a team, enforce safety, ensure accurate stock counts, coordinate with logistics, and optimize processes using WMS where available.

The role offers a competitive salary, medical aid, retirement plan, and paid leave in a respected agricultural supply company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years in warehouse operations with at least 2 years in supervision.
• Lead, train and motivate a warehouse team to meet performance targets.
• Ensure accurate inventory counts and stock control procedures.
• Maintain safety and compliance with health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee receiving, storage, order picking and shipping.
• Coordinate with logistics for timely dispatch and receipt.
• Implement and monitor warehouse management system processes.
• Provide regular performance feedback and reviews.

Skills

Team leadership

Warehouse operations

Inventory management

Safety procedures

WMS experience

Communication skills

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma

Logistics certification

Warehouse management certification

Tools

WMS software

Job description

About the Role Our client, a leading national distributor of agricultural supplies, is looking for a dedicated and experienced Senior Warehouse Supervisor for their key facility located in Upington, Northern Cape . This role is vital for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the warehouse floor, managing a team of warehouse staff, and maintaining high standards of safety and productivity. While this is primarily an on-site role, we offer a hybrid working arrangement, allowing for flexibility with certain administrative tasks being manageable remotely. This position is crucial for supporting the agricultural sector in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily warehouse activities, including receiving, storing, order picking, and shipping of goods.
• Lead, train, and motivate a team of warehouse operatives to achieve performance targets.
• Ensure accurate inventory counts and implement stock control procedures.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment, ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations.
• Operate and oversee the use of warehouse equipment, such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Coordinate with the logistics department to ensure timely dispatch and receipt of shipments.
• Assist in the implementation of warehouse management system (WMS) processes.
• Monitor team performance and provide regular feedback and performance reviews.
• Identify and report any operational issues or discrepancies to the Warehouse Manager.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; further education or certification in logistics or warehouse management is a plus.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a warehouse environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team effectively.
• Solid understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management, and safety procedures.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) is desirable.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently in a physically demanding environment.
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to tasks.
• Reliability and a strong work ethic.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary of R per annum , along with a hybrid work arrangement providing valuable flexibility.
• Benefits include comprehensive medical aid, a retirement savings plan, paid time off, opportunities for skills development, and the chance to work with a respected company in the agricultural supply chain.