Warehouse Controller

Tiger Consumer Brands Ltd.; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiger Brands in South Africa seeks a warehouse professional to maintain stock integrity and safety in our finished goods area. You will manage cycle counts, supervise a forklift fleet, and drive BRC compliance while minimizing damage and waste.

Library of responsibilities includes protecting assets, maintaining SOPs, and leading a small team with strong planning and communication to ensure efficient warehouse operations and adherence to quality standards.

Qualifications

• Matric with tertiary qualification in stock control/warehousing, or in progress toward TMA.
• 2–3 years warehouse and distribution experience.
• Strong stock handling, product code identification and computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely cycle counting practices and procedures are adhered to.
• Minimize waste write-offs and product damage.
• Control Forklift fleet and ensure safe operation.
• Manage stock in finished goods warehouse to minimize damages and spoilage.
• Maintain safety standards in the warehouse.
• Manage discipline and performance within the warehouse team.
• Promote small group activities and effective HR management.
• Oversee BRC system compliance within the warehouse.

Skills

Cycle counting

Warehousing

Stock management

Forklift operation

BRC knowledge

SOPs

Team management

Planning & scheduling

Communication

Education

Matric (minimum) and relevant tertiary qualification in stock control/warehousing or studying toward TMA

Tools

MS Office

Proteus

Oracle

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

• Ensure timely 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 warehouseEffective management of human resources: promote small group activities
• Management of British Retail Consortium (BRC) system in warehouse

Core Knowledge Good people and interpersonal skills. Sound working knowledge of warehousing and distribution Computer literate; MS Office; Proteus; Oracle 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

Academic Minimum 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; 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.

Tiger Brands is proudly Africa’s largest listed manufacturer of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). We impact lives every day with our iconic, award-winning brands. Our core business is the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of everyday branded food and beverages. Our products are relevant across every meal occasion and are well positioned to grow. Being a food company means we’re an intimate part of everybody's daily lives and that’s why we get loud and proud about exploring further, roaring louder and growing together. We aim to Ignite Your Career, Grow our brands and our business.

If you are looking for an exciting career in a multinational FMCG business, then Tiger Brands is the place for you to work and play. Explore the vacancies we currently have available @TigerBrands.