Warehouse Manager

Absolute Pets; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Absolute Pets in Cape Town seeks a Warehouse Manager with a proven track record in inventory, people, processes and systems. You will lead a dynamic team, drive continuous improvement and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.

The role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced warehouse, with responsibility for receipt, storage, dispatch, stock accuracy and reporting to management. On-site position based in Cape Town.

Qualifications

• Matric is required.
• A tertiary qualification in Logistics/Warehouse/Distribution is advantageous.
• Minimum of 7 years warehouse experience and 4 years in a Warehouse Manager role.
• Ability to lead a team and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure warehouse complies with company standards and safety.
• Oversee receipt, storage and dispatch of goods to optimize space.
• Plan routes, improve processes and manage stock levels and cycles.
• Track performance metrics, reports and deadlines for management.
• Coach, train and supervise warehouse staff and maintain attendance records.
• Resolve issues promptly and ensure effective communication across site.

Skills

Adapt quickly

Fast-paced environment

Process improvement

People leadership

Reporting and analytics

Education

Matric

Logistics/Warehouse qualification

Job description

Retail Distribution Warehouse in Cape Town requires a Warehouse Manager who has a record of successfully managing inventory, people, processes and systems. A dynamic and driven individual with a continuous improvement mindset who has the strength of character to deliver.

Responsibilities / Core Functions

• To ensure the warehouse is compliant with company standards
• Manage the efficient receipt, storage and dispatch of a wide range of goods from the warehouse.
• Maximise space usage within the warehouse.
• Arrange and strategically plan out warehouse, plan routes and deliveries
• Keep track of quality, quantity, stock levels, delivery times, and efficiencies
• Perform weekly cycle counts and investigate any inventory losses.
• Meet cost, productivity, accuracy and timeliness targets
• Facilitate effective communication within the team and across the site.
• Focus to improve staff performance.
• Supervise, coach and train the Warehouse team
• Maintain accurate staff attendance records.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly reports/statistics to management
• Ensure that deadlines are met timeously
• Timeously resolve any arising issues or complaints
• Comply with all Health, Safety and Environmental standards.
• Remain on call for any emergencies

Specifications (Skills and Proficiency)

• Professional: Able to adapt quickly and effectively to operational requirements.
• Can work in a fast paced and very busy warehouse.
• Ability to implement and improve on existing processes/systems
• Ability to contribute at management level to forging success for the company
• Ability to read, interpret, and effectively communicate necessary policies and procedures to others.
• Ability to develop individuals in a team so that they achieve their full potential.
• Ability to create, manage and improve management reports
• An organized and strongly efficient manager who leads by example and is able to adapt quickly and effectively to operational issues
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport

Qualifications

• Matric
• Tertiary qualification relating to Logistics / Warehouse / Distribution is advantageous
• Minimum of 7 years of warehouse experience and 4 years Warehouse Manager Experience

This is a demanding position that will suit a hands‑on, high energy and output‑based individual. This position will suit someone who can prove a strong ability to drive results through people.