Warehouse Supervisor

Value Logistics; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent logistics provider in Germiston is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to manage the end-to-end picking function and inventory control within the warehouse. This role requires strong leadership and oversight of both permanent and contracted picking teams, ensuring that all processes are followed and productivity targets met. Ideal candidates will have experience in a supervisory role and a background in logistics or supply chain operations, along with strong organizational skills and commitment to health and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Picking experience within a warehouse environment.
• Some level of supervisory or team-leader experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, guide, and support picking staff.
• Maintain a controlled and disciplined working environment.
• Ensure picking meets productivity targets and is compliant with standards.
• Conduct random accuracy checks and report on inventory metrics.

Skills

Strong supervisory and people-management skills

Knowledge of WMS, MS office and inventory control practices

Good literacy and numerical ability

Strong planning and organizational skills

System-driven and process-driven mindset

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Diploma or Degree in logistics, Supply chain or related field

Job description

Purpose of the Job

The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for managing and controlling the end-to-end picking function and inventory control within the warehouse. The role oversees a team of permanent and outsourced pickers, ensuring all processes are consistently followed, productivity targets are achieved, and customer orders are picked accurately and on time. This position plays a key role in maintaining discipline, driving efficiency, ensuring system-driven picking while maintaining safety, compliance and productivity standards paired with supporting the wider warehouse team to deliver a reliable and cost-effective service.

Key Responsibilities

Operations

• Supervise, guide, and support both permanent and outsourced pickers
• Maintain a controlled, disciplined, and efficient working environment
• Perform daily check-ins with staff on progress, productivity, and challenges
• Ensure all picking is done according to agreed processes and warehouse standards
• Verify that pickers follow system-driven picking and select stock from correct bays
• Conduct random accuracy checks (item vs quantity) to maintain high picking accuracy
• Ensure picking output meets required productivity targets
• Work closely with warehouse planners to align picking with dispatch timelines
• Ensure picking is completed on time to avoid delays, additional transport costs, and customer service issues
• Monitor equipment (pallet jacks, handheld scanners, etc.) to ensure proper working conditions
• Ensure all administrative processes within the picking area are correctly followed
• Report daily on productivity, progress, delays, challenges, and accuracy levels
• Maintain accurate documentation of staff performance and any deviations from process

Warehouse Supervision

• Lead, train and motivate picking staff
• Enforce company policies, Health & Safety regulations and disciplinary procedures
• Conduct regular team meetings as well as toolbox talks and provide feedback for continuous improvement

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare daily/weekly reports on productivity, accuracy and inventory
• Track KPIs such as order accuracy, picking timelines and stock discrepancies
• Maintain documentation for compliance with internal and external audits

Health & Safety Compliance

• Ensure adherence to occupational health and safety standards
• Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective actions
• Maintain a clean, organized and hazard free work environment

Housekeeping

• Maintain a clean, organised and safe warehouse environment at all times
• Ensure all aisles, picking area and storage zones are free obstructions and hazards
• Implement and enforce daily housekeeping schedules for staff
• Monitor compliance with hygiene and safety standards including proper disposal of waste and packaging materials
• Conduct regular inspections to identify and address potential risks or cleanliness issuesEnsure tools, equipment and PPE are stored correctly and in good condition

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Diploma or Degree in logistics, Supply chain or related field (Preferred).
• Picking experience within a warehouse environment
• Some level of supervisory or team-leader experience

Skills Requirements

• Strong supervisory and people-management skills
• Knowledge of WMS, MS office and inventory control practices
• Good literacy and numerical ability
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• System-driven and process-driven mindset