Warehouse Supervisor

AkzoNobel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global paints company is seeking a proactive Warehouse Supervisor to oversee the logistics function at their Johannesburg site. In this role, you will lead a team of 15, ensuring safety, efficiency, and high standards in warehouse operations. Candidates should have strong leadership skills, a background in warehousing, and knowledge of inventory systems. The position offers career development opportunities and performance bonuses.

Benefits

Performance bonuses

Health and wellbeing programs

Exclusive discounts on various products and services

Qualifications

• Prior experience in warehousing and distribution, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of inventory systems and warehouse best practices.
• Experience managing budgets and working with inventory systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all warehouse activities.
• Identify and mitigate hazards across safety, health, security, and environment.
• Oversee stock control processes and ensure inventory accuracy.
• Monitor and control warehouse costs to meet financial targets.

Skills

People leadership skills

Proactive problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of inventory systems

Tools

SAP

WMS systems

Job description

About AkzoNobel

Since , we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

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What’s the role?

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Warehouse Supervisor to join our team at the Sunshine manufacturing site. This is a full-time, on-site leadership role where you’ll oversee the safe, efficient, and accurate movement of raw materials and finished goods across a complex, multi-product warehouse operation. You’ll lead a team of 15, ensuring that our logistics function supports production, meets customer expectations, and aligns with AkzoNobel’s high standards for safety, quality, and performance.

We will count on you to :

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all warehouse activities, ensuring timely receipt, storage, and dispatch of materials. You’ll be the go-to person for ensuring that nothing falls through the cracks—from raw material intake to final product delivery.
• Identify and mitigate hazards across safety, health, security, and environment. You’ll be a visible safety leader, embedding AkzoNobel’s HSE values into every process and decision.
• Oversee stock control processes, investigate discrepancies, and implement best practices to maintain real-time inventory accuracy. You’ll ensure that every item is stored, labelled, and tracked to the highest standard.
• Oversee the pre-batching of raw materials for the Paint and Powder plants, ensuring production lines are never delayed due to material shortages.
• Monitor and control warehouse costs to meet site financial targets. You’ll also manage contractor relationships and ensure optimal staffing across shifts.
• Building a High-Performance Culture : Coach, mentor, and develop your team to build a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. You’ll set clear expectations and help your team grow into their potential.

What You Will Bring :

• Prior experience in warehousing and distribution, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong people leadership skills—you know how to motivate, develop, and engage teams.
• Strong understanding of inventory systems and warehouse best practices.
• Prior experience with SAP and / or WMS systems will be advantageous.
• A proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Experience managing budgets and working with inventory systems.
• A strong commitment to safety and compliance, with experience in ISO / environments.

What We Can Offer :

• Career Pathway and Training : We're a global company committed to helping you achieve your career goals. You'll have access to training and development opportunities that open doors to your future.
• Company Culture : Experience a dynamic and inclusive culture that values innovation and collaboration.
• Performance Bonuses : You can earn more with performance bonuses on top of your base salary!
• Health and Wellbeing : Your health matters to us. Take advantage of free flu vaccinations, counselling services, and online support through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Exclusive Discounts : Enjoy exclusive discounts on HP products, discounted private health insurance with Bupa, as well as special corporate rates for car rentals through Avis, saving you money on essential purchases and travel expenses.
• Looking for more benefits? Join us to find out more…

Ready to take the lead?

If you’re a warehouse professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment—and you’re ready to make your mark at a global industry leader—we want to hear from you. Apply now and help us deliver excellence, every day.

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

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