Warehouse Manager Worcester Market related

The Legends Agency; Worcester; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A growing automotive wholesaler in Worcester seeks a hands-on Warehouse Manager to oversee operations, drive stock control, and support a dedicated team. The successful candidate will have a relevant qualification or equivalent experience in warehouse management, along with proven leadership capabilities. You will ensure adherence to health and safety standards while fostering a productive team culture. Competitive remuneration and a stable long-term career opportunity are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven people-management capability.
• Ability to drive adherence to Health & Safety standards.
• High attention to detail managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end warehouse activities.
• Coordinate branch and customer deliveries.
• Lead and support the full warehouse team.
• Produce accurate reports and maintain data integrity.
• Implement robust stock control measures.

Skills

Leadership capability

Planning and organizing

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

Inventory systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Warehouse Manager Worcester - Market related

A well-established and fast-growing automotive wholesaler is looking for a hands-on, solutions-driven Warehouse Manager to lead operations at its Worcester branch. This is a key leadership role for someone who thrives in a busy distribution environment, drives strong stock control, and builds high-performing teams.

What youll be responsible for

Warehouse Operations

• Oversee end-to-end warehouse activities: goods receiving, picking, checking, packing, and dispatch.
• Maintain an efficient warehouse layout and ensure cleanliness, order, and safe working practices.
• Drive adherence to Health & Safety standards and operating procedures.
• Implement and manage inventory processes including regular stock takes and cycle counts.

Delivery & Logistics

• Coordinate branch and customer deliveries using company drivers, subcontractors, and courier partners.
• Manage collection workflows, including goods returned for credit and claims.
• Ensure accurate documentation and timely distribution.

People Leadership

• Lead and support the full warehouse team (receiving staff, pickers, checkers, drivers, and cycle count team).
• Manage performance, training, motivation, discipline, leave, absenteeism, and grievance processes.
• Foster a productive, accountable, and service-focused team culture.

Systems & Reporting

• Take ownership of warehouse system functions including stock adjustments and inter-branch transfer (IBT) queries.
• Work closely with the General Manager and Procurement to keep operations running smoothly.
• Produce accurate reports and maintain strong data integrity.

Stock Safekeeping

• Implement robust stock control measures to prevent theft and loss.
• Conduct regular inspections and elevate security risks or problem areas promptly.

Minimum requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification or solid equivalent experience in warehouse management.
• Proven leadership and people-management capability.
• Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal ability.
• Confident with inventory systems and Microsoft Office.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Integrity, accountability, and a commitment to confidentiality and company policies.

Whats in it for you

• Join a reputable, growing business with a strong footprint in automotive wholesale.
• Be part of a dynamic team where your operational impact is visible and valued.
• Competitive remuneration aligned to experience.

Stable, long-term career opportunity in Worcester