Warehouse Manager

Greys Personnel; Durban; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Durban is seeking a Warehouse Manager to oversee the entire warehouse and dispatch operation, manage a large team, and ensure efficient stock management and delivery schedules. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in the field, be proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Excel, and be a strong leader capable of handling operational challenges.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years experience in warehousing and distribution.
• Ability to lead and manage teams in a unionized environment.
• Fluency in IsiZulu is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Govern all aspects of the Warehouse and Despatch operations.
• Lead a team of over 40 staff members.
• Monitor workplace performance and lead training initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Report Writing

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Communication Skills

Initiative

Multi-tasking

Education

B. Com in Supply Chain Management

Matric

Job description

• Matric with a B. Com in Supply Chain Management or a similar qualification.
• Minimum of 8-10 years in warehousing and distribution.
• Individual must be equally comfortable on the floor delegating and leading operations as well as sitting in front of a computer producing reports and managing by numbers.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing a large team within a unionized environment.
• High level of efficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Excel and in report writing.
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to engage at all levels.
• Ability to converse in IsiZulu would be an advantage.
• Hands on individual who takes initiative and is willing to go the extra mile.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills with good attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a highly pressurized environment.
• Able to work on weekends

Key Performance Areas :

• Governance of all aspects of the Warehouse and Despatch operations, this includes the management of two Despatch managers and the Transport operation.
• Lead and manage a staff complement of 40+ people.
• Monitor workplace performance and lead training initiatives to improve employees.
• Assume overall responsibility for on-time and in full delivery of orders to customers / vessels.
• Monitor and report on stock expiry dates to minimize stock write-offs, ensuring FIFO is adhered to.
• Oversee stock control and accuracy of stock on hand reports vs physical stock on hand.
• Manage stock in a bond store environment and ensure compliance with bond store legislation.
• Manage stock in a freezer / cold room environment.
• Ensure quality products are received from suppliers and are in accordance required parameters.
• Assist with planning of daily dispatch of orders to customers / vessels.
• Produce reports and statistics on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis providing recommendations on how to improve on operational efficiencies.
• Participate in weekly management meetings with sales, finance, and supply chain to resolve operational issues.
• Oversee general building maintenance and repair projects.
• Ensure health & safety regulations are up to date and adhered to.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal and statutory requirements.

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Warehouse Manager • Durban, South Africa