Warehouse Outbound Team Leader

Findojobs South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pet retailer in South Africa is seeking a Warehouse Outbound Team Leader for its Gauteng Warehouse in Kempton Park. The ideal candidate will assist in overseeing outbound functions such as picking, packing, and quality checking, while also providing leadership to the team. Strong leadership and inventory management skills are essential for achieving set targets and maintaining safety standards. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills to guide and motivate the outbound team.
• Ability to manage inventory and ensure adherence to safety regulations.
• Experience in report preparation and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist Assistant Warehouse Manager with outbound functions.
• Ensure metrics are met and maintain high team performance.
• Organize and maintain stock and storage areas.

Skills

Team leadership

Inventory management

Report writing

Quality checking

Fleet management

Job description

Specialising in premium pet foods and accessories, Absolute Pets is the leading pet retailer in South Africa with over 170 stores across the country.

Our team of experts is looking for a passionate and driven Warehouse Outbound Team Leader to join the Absolute Pets team at Gauteng Warehouse in Kempton Park.

If you want to join our team, these are a few of the key areas that you will need to be responsible for as a Outbound Team Leader:

• Responsible for assisting the Assistant Warehouse Manager with the Outbound functions of the warehouse i.e. picking, packing, quality checking, distribution, fleet management, etc.
• Complete and submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports/statistics to management.
• Ensure that agreed outbound metrics are achieved and that there is a high level of delivery from the team to achieve these metrics.
• Ensure that short picks are at a minimum and that the outbound team are held accountable.
• Assist with weekly cycle counts and investigate any inventory losses.
• IBT management and store communication – Comply with agreed SLA’s as per instruction from line manager.
• Provide guidance and leadership to the outbound team.
• Maintain a high level of discipline, accountability, and adherence to processes with the team.
• Organise and maintain stock and storage areas in the outbound area.
• Ensure that set outbound deadlines and targets are achieved.
• Adherent to agreed outbound processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and productivity is met by the team.
• Ensure adherence to safety rules and regulations.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• The completion of ad hoc duties as assigned by the Assistant Warehouse Manager and Warehouse Manager.