Warehouse Supervisor

Sabenza IT & Recruitment; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and recruitment firm in Western Cape is seeking a Warehouse Stock Supervisor to oversee warehouse operations and ensure adherence to procedures. The ideal candidate will lead a team responsible for stock management, engage in recruitment, and ensure high performance under pressure. Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills are essential. Relevant experience in logistics or a related field is preferred, along with proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Ability to adopt practical approaches and demonstrate flexibility.
• Strong organizational skills for stock floor layout planning.
• Commitment to integrity in managing stock.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, able to learn new systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead the Warehouse Team ensuring adherence to procedures.
• Conduct 1on1s and manage leave and recruitment processes.
• Ensure compliance with people management and related IR processes.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Ability to multitask

Computer literacy

Education

Logistics/Supply Chain degree

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This Warehouse Stock Supervisor will be responsible for planning, leading, organising, monitoring and motivating the Warehouse Team. The Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that all Team leaders and team members are trained in and adhere to Warehouse Floor and Stock Areas’ rules and procedures in order to ensure all teams meet deliverables without compromising Quality and the Company’s culture and values. Duties will also include performing 1on1s, return-to-works, managing leave and engaging within the recruitment process of new staff. This Warehouse Stock Supervisor will also be responsible for ensuring that people management and IR related processes are followed.

Requirements

• Must have the ability to adopt practical approaches.
• Must have strong organizational skills, including stock floor layout planning.
• Planning, organizing, follow up and feedback.
• Strong problem-solving skills and able to multitask.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Managing Stock on the Floor and on an ERP system should be a passion.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with English the main medium of communication and other South African languages an added advantage.
• Must show commitment – the position requires flexibility and after-hours availability when required.
• Must be able to work well under pressure and achieve deadlines.
• Must be ethical – ability to put theft safety measures in place and ensure they act with integrity when managing the stock.
• Must be computer literate – excellent Microsoft Office Suite proficiency required and adaptability to learn in-house web-based systems and more, as required.
• Relevant Logistics/Supply Chain degree with Spatial Planning an advantageous extra OR 1-3 years’ experience in a similar role with proven execution/deliverables.
• Experience in an FMCG environment, cosmetic or pharma industry advantageous.
• Strong Leadership and Analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in all situations.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects with high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Computer literate MS Office, Word/Excel/Power Point.