Warehouse Manager

Bright City Talent; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in South Africa is seeking a Warehouse Manager to oversee daily operations, ensuring efficient and safe handling of goods. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of management experience, strong knowledge in logistics and compliance with safety standards. This role offers opportunities for process improvement and leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of warehouse management experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing teams of 10+ staff members.
• Forklift operation experience and certification advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage daily warehouse activities for efficiency.
• Oversee receiving, storage, inventory management, and dispatch of goods.
• Implement processes to optimize productivity.

Skills

Operations Management

Team Leadership

Inventory Control

Health and Safety Compliance

Process Improvement

Education

National Diploma / Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

ERP Systems

Job description

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the warehouse, ensuring that all goods are received, stored, and dispatched efficiently, safely, and accurately. The role focuses on operational excellence, team leadership, inventory control, and compliance with safety and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operations Management
  • Plan, organize, and manage daily warehouse activities to ensure efficiency.
  • Oversee receiving, storage, inventory management, and dispatch of goods.
  • Implement and monitor warehouse processes to optimize productivity.
  • Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), such as order accuracy, inventory levels, and throughput.
  • Manage high-volume order fulfilment and prioritise workflow during peak periods.
• Team Leadership
• Inventory & Stock Control
• Health, Safety & Compliance
• Logistics & Coordination
• Process Improvement

Qualifications and Experience:

• National Diploma / Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of warehouse management experience, preferably in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing teams of 10+ staff members.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP systems, and inventory control procedures.
• Forklift operation experience and certification advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations.

This role is based in Modderfontein.