Warehouse Supervisor

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 220,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor for our Benoni facility. The role oversees day-to-day warehouse operations, leading staff, and ensuring efficiency, safety, and accuracy in all processes. A hybrid arrangement combines on-site leadership with flexible planning to optimize workflow in Gauteng.

You will manage inventory, supervise dispatch, and drive best practices across the team to support a reliable supply chain in the region.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Warehouse Supervisor or similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations and inventory management.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Effective communication with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Commitment to health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise warehouse staff, schedule tasks, and monitor performance.
• Oversee safe handling, storage, and dispatch of goods.
• Enforce health and safety regulations within the warehouse.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate regular stock takes.
• Train and mentor new staff on procedures and best practices.
• Collaborate with other departments to meet delivery targets.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Operational planning

Tools

WMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Warehouse Supervisor to oversee operations at their facility in Benoni . This role is crucial for managing the day-to-day activities of the warehouse, ensuring efficiency, safety, and accuracy in all operations. You will lead a team of warehouse staff, delegate tasks, monitor performance, and implement best practices to optimize workflow. The hybrid nature of this role allows for flexibility while maintaining a strong presence on-site to ensure operational excellence. You will contribute significantly to the smooth functioning of the supply chain within the Gauteng area, fostering a productive and safe working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of warehouse staff, including scheduling, task delegation, and performance monitoring.
• Ensure the efficient and safe handling, storage, and dispatch of goods.
• Implement and enforce all health and safety regulations within the warehouse.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate stock takes to maintain accuracy.
• Train and mentor new warehouse staff, providing guidance on procedures and best practices.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth logistics operations and meet delivery targets.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Warehouse Supervisor or similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, and logistics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Proficiency in using warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Commitment to health and safety standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, hybrid work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential for bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering a mix of remote and on-site work.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Generous paid time off.
• Opportunities for further training and career progression in logistics management.