Warehouse / Logistics Manager

Fouche & Co Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 203,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Fouche & Co Recruitment is seeking a Warehouse / Logistics Manager for a well-established industrial bulk handling, chemical supply, and warehousing group operating across major port and logistics hubs in South Africa. The role oversees daily warehouse operations, inventory control, logistics coordination, and team leadership to ensure smooth receiving, storage, and dispatch processes.

Key responsibilities include managing day-to-day operations, coordinating transport, mentoring staff,

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred in logistics or operations management.
• Proven track record in warehouse management, inventory control, and logistics coordination.
• Experience in warehousing, distribution, import, or industrial logistics.
• Stable employment history showing career progression.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, and material handling workflows.
• Coordinate transport, logistics, and distribution functions to ensure timely turnarounds.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise warehouse personnel to maintain high productivity and safety standards.
• Implement effective stock control measures and reconcile inventory reports.
• Streamline receiving, storage, and dispatch processes for bulk and containerised goods.
• Solve operational challenges and optimize logistics workflows.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory control

Logistics coordination

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Interpersonal communication

Education

BCom in Logistics / Supply Chain / Operations

Job description

Our client is a well-established industrial bulk handling, chemical supply, and warehousing group operating across major port and logistics hubs in South Africa.
The Warehouse / Logistics Manager will oversee daily warehouse operations, inventory control, logistics coordination, and team leadership, ensuring smooth receiving, storage, and dispatch processes.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, and material handling workflows.
• Coordinate transport, logistics, and distribution functions to ensure timely turnarounds.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise warehouse personnel to maintain high productivity and safety standards.
• Implement effective stock control measures and reconcile inventory reports.
• Streamline receiving, storage, and dispatch processes for bulk and containerised goods.
• Solve operational challenges and optimize logistics workflows.

Requirements

• Relevant degree (e.g., BCom in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or Business Management) preferred.
• Proven track record in warehouse management, inventory control, and logistics coordination.
• Practical experience within warehousing, distribution, import, or industrial logistics environments.
• Stable employment history demonstrating long-term commitment and career progression.
• Strong leadership, operational management, and problem-solving capabilities.

Attributes

• Confident and decisive leader.
• Exceptional organizational and strategic planning skills.
• High level of accountability and dependable work ethic.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.

Remuneration

R20,000+ per month (Negotiable based on experience)