Warehouse Supervisor

Headhunters; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in automotive component manufacturing is looking for a Warehouse Supervisor to enhance their operations in Cape Town. This pivotal role involves overseeing inventory management, ensuring compliance with stock control procedures, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in warehousing, logistics, and supervisory experience, along with proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office. Join this dynamic team and contribute to optimizing warehousing processes while ensuring high standards of safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Up to 5 years of experience in warehousing and inventory control.
• 1-2 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee weekly cycle counts and monthly stocktakes.
• Ensure compliance with FIFO stock management principles.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and resolve service issues.

Skills

Inventory Management

Logistics

Stock Control

SAP

Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma in Warehousing

Diploma in Logistics

Diploma in Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Our client in the automotive component manufacturing industry is seeking to employ a Warehouse Supervisor to join their team based in Blackheath, Cape Town.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Warehousing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field (NQF Level 5).
• Up to 5 years of experience in Warehousing, Inventory and Stock Control, Logistics, Supply Chain, or Procurement within a manufacturing environment.
• At least 1 to 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and warehousing systems.

Responsibilities:

Warehousing Operations (35%)

• Oversee and ensure successful execution of weekly cycle counts.
• Coordinate monthly stocktakes with production and support departments.
• Enforce FIFO (First-In, First-Out) and Line of Sight (LOS) stock management principles.
• Investigate stock variances and exceptions and implement corrective actions.
• Review and improve stock control procedures to enhance efficiency and reduce risk.
• Collaborate with the planning team to verify receipts and issued goods, including semi-finished components and products.
• Ensure all received products are correctly coded, compliant with procedures, and stored in designated areas.
• Process non-conforming products according to company procedures and ensure daily scrap removal.
• Monitor and control damaged stock in WIP (Work in Progress), investigate causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with consignment stock procedures.
• Create and maintain work instructions for warehousing processes.
• Stay updated with developments in inventory control technologies.

Administration, Systems and Reporting (25%)

• Maintain accurate data on SAP, including processing credit notes and updating records.
• Capture product rotations and scrap differences on relevant systems.
• Maintain checklists, registers, and spreadsheets accurately.
• Order stationery, protective clothing, and gear timely.
• Complete health and safety checklists and report incidents promptly.

Compliance (10%)

• Operate within controls and procedures to ensure integrity.
• Identify and report risks and concerns.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and procedural requirements.
• Maintain warehouse health and safety compliance.

Customer Service (10%)

• Build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Represent the company in meetings and resolve service issues efficiently.
• Address problems creatively, upholding company values.

Staff Supervision (10%)

• Ensure team members sign performance agreements.
• Conduct performance appraisals and provide feedback.
• Work with HR on objectives and development plans.
• Facilitate training and employee development.
• Handle employee relations fairly and promptly.

Cost and Financial Control (10%)

• Participate in budget preparation.
• Promote cost-effective resource use.
• Monitor spending and report deviations.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction.