Upington Logistics Operations Lead

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Logistics Operations Supervisor to lead their Upington logistics team. You will oversee warehousing, inventory, and transportation activities, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across daily operations.

The role demands strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and hands-on experience with WMS and carrier coordination. You\'ll drive safety, process improvements, and cost-effective service levels while mentoring warehouse staff.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of logistics or warehouse operations experience with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of inventory control principles and WMS systems.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily logistics operations in Upington, including receiving, warehousing, inventory management, and dispatching.
• Mentor and manage a team of warehouse and logistics personnel, ensuring efficient task allocation and performance.
• Ensure accurate inventory counts and maintain optimal stock levels to meet demand.
• Coordinate with transportation providers to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries.
• Implement and enforce safety procedures and best practices across the logistics facility.
• Monitor performance metrics and identify bottlenecks, implementing improvements to boost efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Inventory control

Team mentoring

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Logistics/Operations education

Tools

WMS

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Logistics Operations Supervisor to lead their Upington logistics team. You will oversee warehousing, inventory, and transportation activities, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across daily operations.

The role demands strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and hands-on experience with WMS and carrier coordination. You\'ll drive safety, process improvements, and cost-effective service levels while mentoring warehouse staff.