Strand Warehouse Manager

Eastern Personnel Consultants / Oostelike Personeel Konsultante; Strand; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MICFA Provident Fund (7.5% employee /

8% employer contribution

Prorated December Annual Bonus

Leave: 18 days

Job summary

Eastern Personnel Consultants / Oostelike Personeel Konsultante seeks an experienced Warehouse Manager for a Strand-based automotive logistics operation. The role requires 3-5 years in warehouse management or senior supervisory positions, with strong leadership, inventory control, and WMS/ERP proficiency.

This full-time position offers a structured environment, 18 days annual leave, and a probation period. Salary is negotiable based on experience, with standard minimum benefits and safety

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of proven experience in a Warehouse Management or Senior Supervisory role (automotive, spare parts, or technical logistics experience is strictly preferred).
• Matric certificate required (Tertiary qualification in Logistics/Supply Chain is highly advantageous).
• Advanced computer literacy and proficiency in WMS/ERP software and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Warehouse Operations Management: Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily warehouse workflows to ensure smooth receiving, accurate put-away, fast picking/packing, and on-time dispatch.
• Team Leadership & Performance: Direct, mentor, and manage warehouse staff; oversee shift scheduling, task delegation, and workplace discipline.
• Inventory Control & Audit Compliance: Drive stock accuracy via cycle counts, stocktakes, variance investigations, and system updates.

Skills

Warehouse management

Team leadership

Inventory control

Regulatory knowledge (MIBCO)

Vendor coordination

Education

Matric certificate

Logistics/Supply Chain qualification

Tools

WMS/ERP software

MS Excel

Job description

Strand Warehouse Manager

Are you an experienced, results-driven logistics leader with exceptional organizational skills and strong team management abilities? A well-established automotive logistics operation is looking for a proactive Warehouse Manager to lead and optimize their facility operations in a full-time position.

What's on Offer?

• Salary: R15,000.00 - R20,000.00 Gross PM (Negotiable based on experience)

• Status: Permanent following a successful 3-month probation period

• Benefits (Post-Probation): MICFA Provident Fund (7.5% employee / 8% employer contribution) + Prorated December Annual Bonus

• Leave: 18 days paid annual leave per annum

• Hours: Mon-Fri 08:00-17:00 | Sat 08:00-13:00 (Overtime paid per MIBCO regulations)

Key Responsibilities

• Warehouse Operations Management: Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily warehouse workflows, ensuring smooth receiving, accurate put-away, fast picking/packing, and on-time dispatch.

• Team Leadership & Performance: Direct, mentor, and manage warehouse staff (including Supervisors, Picker Packers, and Assistants); oversee shift scheduling, task delegation, and workplace discipline.

• Inventory Control & Audit Compliance: Drive stock accuracy by overseeing regular cycle counts, full stocktakes, variance investigations, and WMS/ERP system updates.

• Logistics & Supplier Coordination: Collaborate with transport providers and internal teams to optimize distribution, minimize delays, and ensure exceptional client satisfaction.

• Housekeeping, Safety & Facilities: Enforce strict workplace health, safety (OHS), and housekeeping standards while ensuring facility equipment and forklifts are properly maintained.

Are You the Perfect Fit?

Minimum Requirements:

• Essential Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of proven experience in a Warehouse Management or Senior Supervisory role (automotive, spare parts, or technical logistics experience is strictly preferred).

• Skills & Education: Matric certificate required (Tertiary qualification in Logistics/Supply Chain is highly advantageous), advanced computer literacy, and proficiency in WMS/ERP software and MS Excel.

• Logistics & Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of warehouse workflows, inventory principles, dispatch processes, and MIBCO regulations.

• Track Record: Strong leadership capabilities, strategic problem-solving skills, high reliability, and a stable work history with contactable references.

Strict Legal Requirements & Assessments (Non-Negotiable)

• South African-born Citizenship (with valid SA ID).

• Clear criminal record (under no circumstances will candidates with a record be considered).

• Ability to undergo a psychometric/personality assessment during the interview stage.