Warehouse Manager

Dante Personnel Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Overberg Test Range; On-site; ZAR 660,000 - 791,000; Full time

Job summary

Dante Personnel Recruitment (Pty) Ltd is seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager in Stellenbosch to lead a high-performing team and manage multi-site warehousing operations. The role requires strong budgeting, inventory control, and compliance with export documentation and freight coordination.

You will drive continuous improvement in warehouse processes, ensure accuracy and security of stock, and collaborate with Sales, Logistics, and Finance to optimise resources and costs.

Qualifications

• Requires tertiary qualification in logistics/warehousing or related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years in warehousing/logistics with 5+ years in management or senior supervisory role.
• Experience with finished goods inventory across multi-site operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the annual Warehouse Plan and operating budget.
• Lead and develop a high-performing warehouse team.
• Oversee local and export order fulfilment, including documentation and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

People management

Conflict resolution

Inventory control

Stock management

Documentation coordination

Continuous improvement

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Logistics/Supply Chain/Warehouse/Operations/Business Administration

Tools

Stock management systems

Job description

Warehouse Manager

Stellenbosch

R65 000 CTC

Minimum requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing, Operations Management or Business Administration
• At least 8 – 10 years’ experience in warehousing, distribution or logistics operations, with at least 5 years in a management or senior supervisory position
• Forklift operator’s license is often required and will be advantageous
• Proven experience in managing finished goods inventory in a high volume, multi site environment (onsite and off-site facilities)
• Experience in wine, beverage or broader FMCG industry is highly advantageous given the product handling, stock rotation and export compliance requirements specific to this sector
• Demonstrated experience managing local and export order fulfilment, including documentation, custom compliance and coordination with logistics / freight
  partners / transporters
• Proven track record of managing budgets and operating cost
• Experience in leading and developing teams
• Experience in engaging with third party service providers (bottling partners, logistics, freight companies) at a contractual and operational level
• Sound Knowledge and understanding of warehouse best practices, inventory control and stock management systems
• Strong budgeting, cost control and financial acumen
• Strong leadership, people management, and conflict resolution skills
• Develop and manage the annual Warehouse Plan and operating budget, including cost optimisation and resource planning
• Oversee finished goods stock management, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and security across all facilities
• Manage timely, accurate execution of local and export sales orders, coordinating closely with Sales, Logistics, Planning, Production, and Finance
• Drive continuous improvement in warehouse processes, space utilisation, and operational controls
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, bottling partners, logistics providers, and internal stakeholders
• Develop, implement, and improve warehouse policies and procedures in line with legislation, health and safety, and quality standards
• Lead, manage, and develop a high-performing warehouse team, including performance management and training