Warehouse Shift Leader X2

Sovereign Foods Ltd; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chicken products supplier is seeking a Warehouse Shift Leader in Gqeberha. This position is responsible for loading and picking orders, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring effective communication with customers. Candidates must have a minimum NQF level 5 qualification in Logistics Management and 3-5 years of experience in large-scale warehousing. This role offers an opportunity to lead within a dynamic warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in warehousing, preferably in large-scale warehouse operations.
• Ability to take corrective action when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain stock movement within specified time and temperature standards.
• Reconcile fresh orders with information systems.
• Coordinate vehicle availability with the Transport Provider.

Skills

Leadership competencies

Knowledge of warehouse and distribution methods

Good communication skills

Planning and organizational skills

Computer literacy

Education

NQF level 5 qualification in Logistics Management or relevant qualification

Job description

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Job Description

Sovereign, a national supplier of quality chicken products to various markets with operations in five provinces, is seeking a thorough and committed individual for the position of a Warehouse Shift Leader in its Warehouse operations in the Commercial division. The job holder will be responsible for loading and picking orders according to the daily plan and coordinating trucks accordingly. This position reports to the Warehouse and Transport Manager and carries the TASK grade of T09. The successful candidate must be in possession of a minimum NQF level 5 qualification in Logistics Management or a relevant qualification. A minimum of 3‑5 years’ experience in warehousing is required, preferably in large‑scale warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ex‑factory stock movement to within the specified time and temperature standards.
• Maintain the cold chain with Chiller area temps between -2 and +4 degrees.
• Reconcile fresh orders received to what has been captured in the information systems.
• Prepare the pick slips for the fresh orders.
• Prepare the identification stickers to ensure accurate customer deliveries.
• Coordinate vehicle availability with the Transport Provider to make deliveries.
• Communicate daily with customers on progress of deliveries.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and prevent stock shortages.
• Perform daily stock counts using the information systems.

Qualifications

• Leadership competencies.
• Good knowledge of warehouse and distribution methods.
• Ability to take corrective action.
• Good communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Planning and organizational skills.

Closing Date: 31 October 2025

As Sovereign is an equal‑opportunity employer, preference will be given to applicants of designated groups, as defined by the Employment Equity Act.

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