Warehouse Operations Supervisor

Placements24; Komani; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Medical aid

Provident fund contributions

Training and career development

Supportive team environment

Paid annual leave and public holidays

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a hands-on Warehouse Operations Supervisor to oversee a key section of a Queenstown facility. You will lead a team, ensure efficient receiving, storing, picking and dispatching, and drive safety and productivity.

The role requires 3+ years in warehouse operations with at least 1 year in supervision, strong WMS knowledge, and excellent communication. A proactive, problem-solving mindset is essential for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in warehouse operations, with at least 1 year in supervision.
• Proven experience leading teams and driving performance.
• Strong knowledge of WMS and inventory control procedures.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safety and a productive work environment.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, lifting up to X kg when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily operations of a specific warehouse area, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of warehouse associates to achieve performance goals.
• Ensure adherence to all safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies in Queenstown.
• Monitor inventory levels and accuracy within your designated area, addressing discrepancies.
• Optimize workflows for receiving, put-away, picking, and dispatching processes.
• Conduct regular team meetings, provide training, and conduct performance reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Problem Solving

Safety Compliance

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

WMS (Warehouse Management System)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a hands-on and results-driven Warehouse Operations Supervisor to oversee a key section of their facility in Queenstown . This role is crucial for ensuring the efficient and safe execution of daily warehouse tasks, including receiving, storing, picking, and dispatching goods. You will lead a team, implement operational improvements, and maintain high standards of productivity and accuracy. The successful candidate will be a strong communicator, a problem-solver, and possess a deep understanding of warehouse best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily operations of a specific warehouse area, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of warehouse associates to achieve performance goals.
• Ensure adherence to all safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies in Queenstown .
• Monitor inventory levels and accuracy within your designated area, addressing discrepancies.
• Optimize workflows for receiving, put-away, picking, and dispatching processes.
• Conduct regular team meetings, provide training, and conduct performance reviews.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in warehouse operations, with at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity.
• Proven experience in managing teams and driving operational performance.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control procedures.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment.
• Physical ability to perform warehouse tasks and lift up to X kg when necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based incentives.
• Medical aid and provident fund contributions.
• Opportunities for training and career development within the logistics sector.
• A supportive team environment in the growing town of Queenstown .
• Paid annual leave and public holidays.