Warehouse & Distribution Operations Leader

The Career Network SA; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Career Network SA is recruiting an Operations Manager - Distribution and Warehousing to oversee daily warehouse, inventory, and distribution operations. This hands-on leadership role ensures stock is received, stored, picked and dispatched accurately while maintaining service levels, cost control and a safe working environment.

You will lead the warehouse and logistics team, collaborate with Sales, Procurement and Finance to continuously improve performance, optimize processes, and ensure

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations Management or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in warehousing, logistics or distribution, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience within technology distribution, wholesale, FMCG or similar high-volume distribution advantageous.
• Working knowledge of ERP and warehouse management systems.
• Understanding of OHSA and relevant South African labour legislation.
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Manage all warehouse activities, including receiving, storage, picking, packing and dispatch.
• Maintain high levels of inventory accuracy through cycle counts, stock takes and ERP/WMS reconciliation.
• Minimise stock losses, damages and discrepancies while improving warehouse layout and workflow.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound deliveries, fleet scheduling, couriers and 3PL providers.
• Monitor OTIF delivery performance and resolve operational or delivery issues.
• Lead and develop warehouse, dispatch and driver teams, including shift planning, training and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with OHSA and maintain appropriate safety procedures, audits and incident reporting.
• Manage operational costs across labour, transport, consumables and equipment.
• Monitor and report on key operational KPIs, including stock accuracy, delivery performance, turnaround times and costs.
• Support the effective use and ongoing improvement of ERP, WMS and order management systems.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Planning & organisation

Data & KPI literacy

Cost control

Education

Diploma or degree in Logistics/ Supply Chain/ Operations Management

Tools

ERP/WMS

Job description

The Career Network SA is recruiting an Operations Manager - Distribution and Warehousing to oversee daily warehouse, inventory, and distribution operations. This hands-on leadership role ensures stock is received, stored, picked and dispatched accurately while maintaining service levels, cost control and a safe working environment.

You will lead the warehouse and logistics team, collaborate with Sales, Procurement and Finance to continuously improve performance, optimize processes, and ensure