Warehouse Manager

AECI Limited; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

AECI Limited is seeking a Warehouse Manager based in Durban who will oversee warehouse operations ensuring compliance with regulations, effective inventory management, and efficient resource allocation. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership skills to manage staff and drive performance within the warehouse. This role also involves regular audits, preparation of budgets, and coordination with various departments to meet business requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse operations and inventory management.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance.
• Ability to manage and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage warehouse activities and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Oversee inventory accuracy and resource management.
• Coordinate monthly cycle counts and prepare departmental budgets.

Skills

Inventory Management

Cost Control

Compliance Management

Staff Motivation

Job description

• Manage third party warehouse activities in alignment with compliance regulations, company policies and procedures
• Responsible for inventory management, resource management and cost controls.
• Responsible to coordinate monthly cycle counts, investigate variances, and finalize stock counts reports for the Supply Chain Manager for approval.
• Ensure the FIFIO method of stock issuing is always being carried out.
• Manage slow moving, future expiring & dead stock with the relevant departments.
• Prepare departmental budget as well as task assignments and work plans.
• Manage suppliers and service providers to ensure legislative compliance and uninterrupted operations.
• Responsible for internal and external departmental audits and closing out findings.
• Ensure site SHEQ standards and procedures are adhered and aligned to the Zero Harm strategy.
• Maintain stock control and reconcile with data storage system.
• Manage and maintain discipline amongst staff whilst instilling a good culture through motivation, development and training.
• Attend relevant sales and operations meetings to provide feedback and gain an understanding of the business requirements.
• Ensure all warehouse equipment, including moving machinery, is maintained in a safe and good working order and compliant with all statutory requirements
• Inventory accuracy and stock levels.
• Order accuracy and fulfillment times.
• Labor efficiency (e.g., orders picked per hour).
• Safety record (incidents and accidents).
• Warehouse cost per unit of product handled.
• Customer satisfaction with on-time and accurate deliveries