Supply Chain Shift Supervisor

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 349 000 - 411 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive battery manufacturer in Cape Town is seeking a Supply Chain Shift Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of supervisory experience, excellent knowledge of inventory control, and strong skills in SAP and Microsoft Office. The role emphasizes compliance with safety standards and continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers an opportunity to lead a team in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in a warehouse or supply chain supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of SAP and WMS.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily shift activities and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members to enhance performance.
• Identify and implement process improvements for operational efficiency.

Skills

SAP

Inventory control

Workflow planning

Performance monitoring

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Certificate in Logistics, Warehousing, or Supply Chain Management (NQF 5 minimum)

Diploma preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

WMS

Job description

Supply Chain Shift Supervisor

Join a leading automotive battery manufacturer driving operational excellence across South Africa.

Elandsfontein, Johannesburg | R411K CTC

About Our Client

Our client is a trusted leader in the automotive manufacturing industry, known for producing premium-quality battery solutions. With a strong focus on innovation, reliability, and customer satisfaction, they continue to set benchmarks for supply chain efficiency and product excellence. The company offers a dynamic environment where safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement are at the forefront of daily operations.

The Role

The Supply Chain Shift Supervisor is responsible for managing and coordinating end-to-end warehouse and transport operations during designated shifts. This includes overseeing inventory control, dispatch, returns, and staff performance to ensure targets are achieved safely and efficiently. The role plays a key part in maintaining operational flow, enforcing compliance standards, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily shift activities including receiving, storage, picking, packing, dispatch, and returns.
• Allocate manpower, plan workloads, and manage attendance to meet operational targets.
• Conduct daily checks on product presentation, voltage, and warehouse standards.
• Perform and verify daily cycle counts, stock takes, and SAP updates.
• Ensure dispatch and deliveries are completed according to schedules and documentation.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members to enhance performance and compliance.
• Maintain accurate and timely shift reports, KPI tracking, and performance summaries.
• Oversee compliance with safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Enforce adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and company policies.

About You

• Certificate in Logistics, Warehousing, or Supply Chain Management (NQF 5 minimum; Diploma preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a warehouse or supply chain supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of SAP, WMS, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proven ability to manage shift operations and lead diverse teams effectively.
• Skilled in inventory control, workflow planning, and performance monitoring.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Resilient, proactive, and capable of maintaining focus under pressure.