Warehouse Manager

Sapics; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Herb & Spice in Muizenberg, Cape Town, seeks a hands-on Warehouse Manager to lead our fast-paced FMCG warehouse. You will supervise staff, optimize receiving, picking, blending, and dispatch, and ensure real-time inventory accuracy while maintaining health and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has a Certificate in Warehouse Management, 3–5 years of supervisory experience, and a proven ability to drive process improvements using systems.

Qualifications

• Strong people and process management ability.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Syspro knowledge advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate warehouse activities including receiving, picking, blending, and dispatch.
• Supervise warehouse staff to ensure tasks are accurate, efficiently, and on time.
• Ensure all inventory transactions are processed accurately in real time.
• Maintain stock accuracy and overall system integrity.
• Prepare for and supervise stock takes.
• Ensure warehouses are well organised, labelled, and compliant with standards.
• Drive adherence to procedures, policies, and factory rules.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and system enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Food Safety requirements.
• Communicate effectively with internal departments.
• Host internal and external auditors as required.

Skills

People management

Process management

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate in Warehouse Management

Tools

Syspro

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cape Herb & Spice is looking for a dedicated and experienced Warehouse Manager to join our fast-paced FMCG team at Capricorn Business Park, Muizenberg. This is a key permanent role for someone who is system-driven, a strong people manager, and passionate about operational efficiency.

About the job

Cape Herb & Spice has grown from entrepreneurial roots into a global FMCG player, employing over 500 people and operating across four sites in Cape Town. Built on innovation and quality, we offer an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Warehouse Supervisor to join our Tea Plant team.

We are looking for a hands-on, system-driven individual with strong leadership skills and a passion for operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate manufacturing and finished goods warehouse activities, including receiving, picking, blending, and dispatch.
• Supervise warehouse staff to ensure tasks are completed accurately, efficiently, and on time
• Ensure all inventory transactions are processed accurately in real time
• Maintain stock accuracy and overall system integrity
• Prepare for and supervise stock takes
• Ensure warehouses are well organised, labelled, and compliant with standards
• Drive adherence to procedures, policies, and factory rules
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and system enhancements
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Food Safety requirements
• Communicate effectively with internal departments
• Host internal and external auditors as required

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong people and process management ability
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Syspro knowledge advantageous
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Certificate in Warehouse Management
• 3-5 years’ supervisory experience in a warehouse environment

Personal Attributes:

• Reliable and dependable
• Strong leadership and team player mindset
• System-driven with a willingness to embrace new technologies
• Ability to work independently and take initiative