Warehouse Manager

Rise Recruitment; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company based in Gauteng is looking for a Warehouse Manager to oversee all warehouse activities including inventory management and maintaining operational efficiency. The role involves leading a team, ensuring compliance with internal standards, and resolving customer service issues. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and experience in warehouse management. This position is crucial for driving financial performance and ensuring the accuracy of inventory records.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end warehouse activities including receiving, picking, packing, and distribution.
• Implement and monitor controls and procedures to safeguard warehouse operations.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels through physical and cycle counts.
• Ensure accurate recording of inventory transactions and stock movements.
• Manage warehouse facilities and equipment, including maintenance and layout planning.
• Resolve customer service queries and delivery issues.
• Contribute to financial performance by managing the warehouse budget.
• Ensure compliance with audit standards and statutory requirements.
• Lead and develop warehouse staff with a focus on performance and training.
• Collaborate with the Supply Chain Manager for inventory procurement.
• Align regional warehouse operations with central standards.
• Develop SOPs and process compliance frameworks.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end warehouse activities : receiving, picking, packing, distribution, inventory control, and LAB functions.
• Implement and monitor strong controls, procedures, and security measures to safeguard warehouse assets and operations.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels through physical counts, cycle counts, and reconciliations with inventory systems.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of all inventory transactions and stock movements.
• Manage warehouse facilities and equipment, including layout planning, inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Address and resolve customer service queries, delivery issues, and stock-related escalations.
• Contribute to financial performance by managing the warehouse budget, monitoring expenditure, and driving corrective actions.
• Oversee compliance with audit standards, policies, and statutory requirements.
• Lead and develop warehouse staff, ensuring proper performance management, training, and adherence to SOPs.
• Work collaboratively with the Supply Chain Manager to support procurement and ensure availability of critical inventory.
• Manage and align regional warehouse operations with central standards for consistency and efficiency.
• Develop, implement, and maintain SOPs, training manuals, and process compliance frameworks.
• Support cross-functional initiatives and organisational projects as needed.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensuring accuracy and integrity of inventory records and stock movements
• Driving operational efficiency, cost optimisation, and continuous improvement
• Delivering service excellence and maintaining high customer satisfaction
• Ensuring compliance with internal controls, audits, and governance requirements
• Leading and developing warehouse teams and promoting high-performance culture