Warehouse Operations Manager

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical & retirement benefits

Career growth

Exposure to cutting-edge tech

Coastal location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Warehouse Operations Manager to lead its Mossel Bay distribution centre. The role covers inventory control, order fulfilment, staff management, safety and efficiency. You will drive continuous improvements, optimize processes, manage budgets and implement WMS-based best practices.

Strong leadership and proven ability to scale operations are essential. This senior position offers a competitive salary, benefits and clear career development in a coastal

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Warehouse Operations Management or a similar senior logistics role.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale warehouse operations and teams.
• Strong knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), automation, and logistics best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and achieve operational targets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of warehouse operations in Mossel Bay, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels.
• Manage and develop a high-performing team of warehouse staff, fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
• Ensure accurate inventory management and implement effective control measures.
• Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage warehouse budgets and capital expenditure requirements.

Skills

Warehouse operations management

Leadership

WMS knowledge

Process improvement

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and results-driven Warehouse Operations Manager to lead their distribution center in Mossel Bay . This senior role will be responsible for the overall management of warehouse operations, including inventory control, order fulfillment, staff management, and ensuring the highest standards of safety and efficiency. You will drive continuous improvement initiatives, optimize processes, and manage budgets to achieve operational goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities and a deep understanding of modern warehouse management techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of warehouse operations in Mossel Bay , including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels.
• Manage and develop a high-performing team of warehouse staff, fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
• Ensure accurate inventory management and implement effective control measures.
• Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage warehouse budgets and capital expenditure requirements.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in Warehouse Operations Management or a similar senior logistics role.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale warehouse operations and teams.
• Strong knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), automation, and logistics best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and achieve operational targets.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical, retirement, and other employee benefits.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Exposure to cutting-edge logistics and warehousing technologies.
• A challenging and rewarding role in a key coastal location like Mossel Bay .