Warehouse Controller

Tiger Brands; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Cape Town is seeking a Warehouse Manager to oversee the finished goods warehouse operations. The successful candidate will manage stock, ensure safety standards, and foster staff development. Applicants should have 2-3 years of warehouse experience and relevant qualifications in stock control or warehousing.

Qualifications

• 2 - 3 years' experience in warehousing and distribution environment.
• Experience in stock management.
• Identifying products as per product code.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the finished goods warehouse.
• Control forklift fleet.
• Manage stock to minimize risks such as damages and spoilage.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards.

Skills

Good people and interpersonal skills

Sound working knowledge of warehousing and distribution

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Problem solving and decision-making ability

Education

Matric and relevant tertiary qualification in stock control / warehousing

Job description

About the Role

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing. Responsible for the day-to-day management and operations of finished goods warehouse.

What You Will Do

• Ensure timetous cycle counting practices and procedures are stringently adhered to minimize waste write-offs and product damage
• Control Forklift fleet
• Manage the stock in the finished goods warehouse to minimise risks such as damages and spoilage
• Management of safety standards in warehouse
• Management of discipline in warehouse
• Effective management of human resources: promote small group activities
• Management of 20 Keys system in warehouse

What You'll Be Measured On

• Stock management (stacking)
• Stock management (correct loading)
• Stock management (housekeeping)
• Pallet account management
• Staff development - Waste reduction

What You'll Bring To The Table

• Good people and interpersonal skills.
• Sound working knowledge of warehousing and distribution.
• Computer literate; MS Office.
• Ability to implement SOP's and inspire / demand ethical conduct.
• Delegation skills.
• Planning and work scheduling.
• Ability to manage a team.
• Understanding of stock management.
• Good oral and written communications.
• Problem solving and decision-making ability.

Qualification

Matric and relevant tertiary qualification in stock control / warehousing or studying toward TMA Qualification.

Experience

2 - 3 years' experience in warehousing and distribution environment. Computer Literacy. Identification of products as per product code. Stock Management experience.

Behavioural

• Ability to work under pressure.
• Good communication & service orientated skills.
• Planning skills with a high degree of control to complete items quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to think strategically.
• Good Innovative thinking skills.

Leadership

Leading with integrity and respect; developing self and others.

Other

embracing diversity; influencing others; owning it. In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.