Warehouse Operations Manager

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Career advancement

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Life insurance

Company vehicle

Fuel allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Warehouse Operations Manager in Klerksdorp to lead all warehouse functions, drive efficiency and safety, and develop a high-performing team.

You will optimize receiving, storage, order fulfillment, and shipping, while building robust inventory controls and managing 3PL relationships to support the company’s logistics network.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in warehouse management and logistics.
• Proven leadership and team-building abilities.
• Knowledge of WMS and best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to health, safety and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations including receiving, storage, and shipping.
• Develop strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and boost productivity.
• Train and motivate a warehouse team to meet performance targets.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Maintain robust inventory controls to ensure accuracy and minimize losses.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers and vendors.

Skills

Warehousing management

Leadership

WMS knowledge

Analytical skills

Health and safety

Tools

WMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a results-driven Warehouse Operations Manager to lead their facility in Klerksdorp . This role requires a seasoned professional with a proven track record in managing large-scale warehouse operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness. You will be responsible for optimizing all warehouse functions, from receiving and storage to order fulfillment and shipping, while leading and developing a high-performing team. This is a critical leadership position within the company's supply chain network.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily warehouse operations, including receiving, warehousing, distribution, and logistics.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance productivity.
• Manage, train, and motivate a team of warehouse staff to achieve performance targets.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies within the warehouse.
• Implement and maintain robust inventory control procedures to ensure accuracy and minimize losses.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers and other vendors.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in warehouse management, with a strong understanding of logistics and supply chain operations.
• Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop staff.
• In-depth knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) and best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.

Benefits

• A leading salary package of up to ZAR per annum.
• Opportunities for significant career advancement within the logistics industry.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical aid, retirement fund, and life insurance.
• Company-provided vehicle and fuel allowance.
• A challenging yet rewarding work environment focused on operational excellence.