Warehouse & Logistics Operations Lead

Optential; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Optential is seeking a hands-on Warehouse & Logistics Manager to own day‑to‑day warehouse and logistics operations. You will lead a small team, ensure accurate stock, smooth order processing, invoicing, and documentation, and drive efficient OTIF deliveries.

The role covers primary distribution, warehousing, invoicing support, exports, certification, and weekly reporting. You will implement SOPs, monitor safety, and optimise cost‑to‑serve in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics: tracking, delivery scheduling, transport bookings and invoices.
• OTIF: manage customer orders to ensure on-time and in-full deliveries.
• Oversee full logistics network, including outsourced transport and rate negotiation.
• Oversee warehouses (own and outsourced) and ensure stock levels meet orders.
• Maintain accurate records: deliveries, shipments, PODs, GRVs, and ERP movements.
• Export control: ensure timely exports with all required documents.
• Certification: track organic movements and Mass Balance with proper paper trails.
• Reporting: weekly SOH, ageing reports, and management warehousing data.

Job description

Optential is seeking a hands-on Warehouse & Logistics Manager to own day‑to‑day warehouse and logistics operations. You will lead a small team, ensure accurate stock, smooth order processing, invoicing, and documentation, and drive efficient OTIF deliveries.

The role covers primary distribution, warehousing, invoicing support, exports, certification, and weekly reporting. You will implement SOPs, monitor safety, and optimise cost‑to‑serve in a fast‑paced environment.