Warehouse Supervisor

Unilever; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 50 000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to lead its operations in Johannesburg. This role involves overseeing all aspects of warehouse management, ensuring safety and quality, and utilizing advanced systems for production monitoring. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain processes and a passion for team leadership. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on operational efficiency and team success. If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in a production environment is required.
• Knowledge of supply chain and planning processes is essential.

Responsibilities

• Overall leader for warehouse operations including safety and quality procedures.
• Conduct audits and perform daily physical inventories.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Data-driven decision making

Communication skills

Emotional intelligence

Education

University Degree or diploma

Matric (Maths and Science)

Tools

SAP System

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Unilever is currently hiring for a Warehouse Supervisor in the Supply Chain function. Work Level: 1BU
Reports to: Eva Masenya
Scope: Southern Africa
Location: Lordsview
Terms & Conditions: Full time

About Unilever

With 3.4 billion people in over countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world.

Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us.

We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance.

At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world. At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment.

We don't believe in the 'one size fits all' approach and instead will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

What will your main responsibilities be?

1. Job Summary: Overall leader for the warehouse (line supply, receiving, shipping, and palletizing).
2. Responsible for safety and quality procedures, assisting in finding materials, resolving operational concerns within all areas, and overall personnel management.
3. Lead monthly stock count and weekly cycle counts.
4. End-to-end warehouse management, including loading and off-loading trucks, while maintaining food safety and quality.
5. Utilize SAP System to execute production orders, monitor production supply area (PSA), and reconcile production orders.
6. Conduct audits on storage locations, unit numbers, item numbers, and quantities.
7. Operate equipment such as forklifts, scissors lifts, and battery changers.
8. Reconcile production orders using SAP and DLxP systems, correcting errors related to finished goods.
9. Perform daily physical inventories and audit PSA weekly.
10. Investigate inventory errors, analyze reports to determine variance causes, and reconcile between SAP and DLxP systems.
11. Coordinate with site management on production schedules and material issues.
12. Communicate effectively with team members and management, and prepare reports using Excel and PowerPoint.
13. Attend daily production meetings, host shift briefs, and participate in attainment calls.

Experiences & Qualifications

• University Degree or diploma; Matric (Maths and Science - Mandatory).
• Knowledge of production, engineering processes, supply chain, and planning.
• Minimum 3 years experience in a production environment.
• Proficiency in PC Skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.).

Skills and Leadership Behaviors

• Ownership and accountability.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Data-driven decision making.
• Managing a team of direct (L1) and indirect reports (L2).
• Thought leadership and digital solutions integration.
• High standards, emotional intelligence, motivation, coaching, inclusivity, humility, and customer focus.
• Business acumen and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Additional Information

Unilever is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusivity. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to employment equity and B-BBEE legislation. We verify the ability to work lawfully in South Africa. Support for accessibility and accommodations is available upon request.