Warehouse & Distribution Manager

Watershed Consulting; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Watershed Consulting is seeking an experienced Warehouse & Distribution Manager (EE) for our Kempton Park facility. You will lead operations, optimize inventory, and drive regional supply chain initiatives to achieve service excellence.

The role demands a proven track record in warehouse management, logistics, and people leadership. You will oversee inventory accuracy, transport coordination with 3PL, and budget stewardship, while upholding safety and compliance standards on site.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with Mathematics & Accounting is required.
• Bachelor-level degree in Supply Chain or Logistics is non-negotiable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee warehouse operations and maintain an organized facility.
• Manage inventory, cycle counts, and stock movement (FIFO, slow-moving, aged stock).
• Oversee FG receipts from imports and manufacturing.
• Optimize storage capacity and materials handling equipment.
• Oversee transport management (own fleet & 3PL) for regional distribution.
• Aim for 99% OTIF service level and manage fleet costs.
• Lead regional and national supply chain projects.
• Maintain accurate records and reporting.
• Collaborate with Sales to review customer needs.
• Drive efficiency, productivity, and process improvements.

Skills

Warehouse management

Distribution management

Logistics

Inventory management

Cycle counting

FIFO

3PL management

Fleet management

SLA management

Budget management

EHS compliance

ISO standards

Leadership

Staff development

SAP

Syspro

ClickView

Excel (advanced)

Vendor management

Contract management

Safety compliance

Education

Grade 12 with Mathematics & Accounting

Degree in Supply Chain or Logistics

Tools

VIP

Microsoft Office

Eco Time

Job description

Warehouse & Distribution Manager (EE)

Location: Kempton Park, Gauteng
Package: Negotiable, up to R1.0 million (inclusive of benefits)

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Warehouse & Distribution Manager to oversee operations at their Kempton Park facility. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in logistics, warehouse management, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse Operations

• Maintain a clean, organized warehouse aligned with company standards.
• Manage inventory levels, cycle counts, and stock movement (FIFO, slow-moving, aged stock).
• Oversee FG receipts from imports and manufacturing.
• Optimize storage capacity and manage materials handling equipment.

Distribution & Logistics

• Oversee transport management (own fleet & 3PL) for regional and inter-branch distribution.
• Optimize deliveries and vehicle utilization while maintaining a 99% OTIF service level.
• Manage fleet costs (fuel, servicing, maintenance) effectively.
• Manage service providers, contracts, and SLA performance.

Administration & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain accurate record-keeping and reporting.
• Collaborate with Sales to review customer needs and performance.
• Drive efficiency, productivity, and process improvements.
• Lead regional and national supply chain projects.

Budget & Financial Management

• Achieve financial targets and monitor the budget.
• Approve departmental expenses within mandate.
• Compile and execute the annual expense, CAPEX, and resource budget.

Compliance & Audits

• Ensure compliance with EHS policies, ISO standards, and local regulations.
• Oversee site maintenance and safety regulations.

People & Leadership

• Oversee training plans and handle performance management.
• Manage disciplinary matters within company policy.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

• Grade 12 with Mathematics & Accounting.
• Degree in Supply Chain or Logistics (non-negotiable).

Skills & Competencies:

• Proficiency in SAP, Syspro, ClickView, Eco Time, VIP, and Microsoft Office (advanced Excel).
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Experience:

• 10+ years in warehouse & distribution management within a manufacturing organization.
• Expertise in logistics, inventory, and supply chain management.
• Proven team management, IR handling, and staff development experience.
• Knowledge of process design, supply chain optimization, and fleet management.
• Experience in managing third-party transport providers.

. Skillset Required: Warehouse Management, Distribution Management, Logistics, Inventory Management, Cycle Counting, Stock Movement Management, FIFO, Slow-Moving Stock Management, Aged Stock Management, Finished Goods Receiving, Storage Capacity Optimization, Materials Handling Equipment Management, Transport Management, Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Management, Regional Distribution, Inter-Branch Distribution, Delivery Optimization, Vehicle Utilization Optimization, OTIF Management, Fleet Cost Management, Fleet Management, Fuel Management, Vehicle Servicing and Maintenance, Vendor Management, Contract Management, SLA Management, Record Keeping, Reporting, Sales Collaboration, Customer Needs Analysis, Efficiency Improvement, Productivity Improvement, Process Improvement, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Budget Management, Financial Target Management, Expense Management, Annual Budgeting, CAPEX Planning, Resource Budgeting, EHS Compliance, ISO Standards, Regulatory Compliance, Site Maintenance Management, Safety Compliance, Training Plan Management, Performance Management, Disciplinary Management, SAP, Syspro, ClickView, Eco Time, VIP, Microsoft Office, Advanced Excel, Leadership, Problem Solving, Communication, Team Management, Industrial Relations, Staff Development, Process Design, Supply Chain Optimization, Third-Party Transport Provider Management