Warehouse Operations Coordinator

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident fund

On-the-job training

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking a motivated Warehouse Operations Coordinator to support daily warehouse activities, coordinating receiving, storage, order fulfillment and dispatch. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of warehouse experience, strong organization and communication skills, and a proactive attitude toward problem-solving.

This role offers on-the-job training and a provident fund. Join a dynamic team and contribute to safe, efficient operations in the East London

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a warehouse or logistics support role.
• Familiarity with warehouse operations, including receiving, inventory, and dispatch.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proactive attitude towards problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily warehouse activities to meet targets.
• Support receiving and dispatch with documentation.
• Assist with inventory levels and stocktakes.
• Maintain organized warehouse records and docs.
• Communicate with warehouse staff, drivers, and other departments.
• Ensure health and safety regulations compliance.
• Assist in training new warehouse personnel.
• Monitor warehouse cleanliness and organization.
• Operate warehouse equipment as needed and maintain it.
• Identify areas to improve operational efficiency.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Time management

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Manual tasks ability

Basic computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading distribution company, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Warehouse Operations Coordinator to join their team in East London, Eastern Cape . This role is crucial for supporting the efficient day-to-day running of the warehouse, ensuring smooth coordination between different operational functions such as receiving, storage, order fulfillment, and dispatch. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, strong communication abilities, and a foundational understanding of warehouse processes. You will work closely with the warehouse supervisor and team members to facilitate operational flow and maintain high standards of productivity and safety. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in warehouse management within the vibrant industrial landscape of East London .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of daily warehouse activities to ensure operational targets are met.
• Support the receiving and dispatch teams by ensuring accurate documentation and timely processing of goods.
• Help manage inventory levels and assist with stocktaking activities.
• Maintain organized warehouse records and documentation.
• Communicate effectively with warehouse staff, drivers, and other departments.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the warehouse.
• Assist in the training of new warehouse personnel on operational procedures.
• Monitor warehouse cleanliness and organization.
• Operate warehouse equipment as needed and ensure its proper maintenance.
• Contribute to improving operational efficiency and identifying areas for enhancement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a warehouse or logistics support role.
• Familiarity with warehouse operations, including receiving, inventory, and dispatch.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently.
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Team player with a willingness to learn and adapt.
• Physical fitness and ability to perform manual tasks as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proactive attitude towards problem-solving.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, access to a provident fund, and opportunities for on-the-job training. This role is based in East London and provides a solid foundation for a career in logistics and supply chain management. Employees benefit from a supportive work environment and the chance to contribute to a dynamic operational team.