Warehouse Operations Lead

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Warehouse Operations Lead to guide daily activities at their Kimberley facility. You will supervise a team, ensure accurate inventory, and drive process improvements to boost productivity while maintaining safety standards.

The role covers receiving through dispatch with hands-on leadership, shaping a high‑performance warehouse culture, and supporting cost‑efficient operations in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in warehouse operations with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate warehouse teams effectively.
• Solid understanding of warehouse processes, inventory management, and order fulfillment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of warehouse associates, providing guidance and ensuring task completion.
• Oversee daily warehouse activities, including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Ensure accuracy of inventory counts and assist with cycle counts and physical inventory procedures.
• Implement and enforce all warehouse safety protocols and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient warehouse environment.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce operational costs.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Warehouse operations

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Warehouse Operations Lead to guide daily operations at their facility in Kimberley . This role is pivotal in ensuring the efficient and safe handling of goods, from receiving to dispatch. You will be responsible for leading a team of warehouse staff, overseeing inventory accuracy, and implementing operational improvements. This is a hands‑on position for an individual with strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of warehouse processes, dedicated to maintaining high standards of productivity and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of warehouse associates, providing guidance and ensuring task completion.
• Oversee daily warehouse activities, including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Ensure accuracy of inventory counts and assist with cycle counts and physical inventory procedures.
• Implement and enforce all warehouse safety protocols and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient warehouse environment.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce operational costs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in warehouse operations, with at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate warehouse teams effectively.
• Solid understanding of warehouse processes, inventory management, and order fulfillment .
• Knowledge of warehouse safety regulations and best practices.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment and basic computer skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for overtime.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Opportunities for skill enhancement and career advancement in logistics.
• A dynamic, team-focused work environment in Kimberley .