Warehouse Supervisor

Star South; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Star South is seeking a hands‑on Warehouse Supervisor to oversee day‑to‑day warehouse operations in Paarl within the Commodities division. You will coordinate activities, supervise the packing team, maintain stock accuracy and ensure efficient operations from receiving through to dispatch.

The role requires 3 years of warehouse operations and team supervision experience, a relevant tertiary qualification, and strong literacy with stock systems.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification
• 3 years’ experience in warehouse operations, inventory control and team supervision
• Strong computer literacy and experience working with stock and warehouse management systems
• Understanding of receiving, storage, stock control and dispatch processes
• Experience within the fresh produce, agricultural or FMCG industry will be advantageous

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily warehouse activities
• Oversee the receiving and handling of inbound raw materials
• Supervise packing operations and provide day‑to‑day direction to the warehouse and packing team
• Ensure products are packed according to quality and operational requirements
• Coordinate and oversee the dispatch of finished product
• Maintain accurate stock control and inventory records
• Conduct regular stock checks and investigate stock variances
• Ensure warehouse housekeeping, organisation and operational standards are maintained
• Monitor workflow and allocate resources to achieve operational targets
• Train, support and manage warehouse staff to ensure safe and efficient operations
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, health and safety requirements and warehouse controls
• Assist operationally where required to ensure the successful execution of warehouse activities

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Warehouse ops

Inventory control

Stock systems

Detail orientation

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

WMS (Warehouse Management System)

Job description

We are seeking a hands-on Warehouse Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day warehouse operations within our Commodities division. The role is responsible for coordinating warehouse activities, supervising the packing team, maintaining stock accuracy and ensuring the efficient operation of warehouse activities from receiving through to dispatch. This position will be situated in Paarl.

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification
• 3 years’ experience in warehouse operations, inventory control and team supervision
• Strong computer literacy and experience working with stock and warehouse management systems
• Understanding of receiving, storage, stock control and dispatch processes
• Experience within the fresh produce, agricultural or FMCG industry will be advantageous

Characteristics

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Hands‑on approach with the ability to actively support operational requirements
• Strong organisational and planning ability
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Problem‑solving ability
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Job Description

• Supervise and coordinate daily warehouse activities
• Oversee the receiving and handling of inbound raw materials
• Supervise packing operations and provide day‑to‑day direction to the warehouse and packing team
• Ensure products are packed according to quality and operational requirements
• Coordinate and oversee the dispatch of finished product
• Maintain accurate stock control and inventory records
• Conduct regular stock checks and investigate stock variances
• Ensure warehouse housekeeping, organisation and operational standards are maintained
• Monitor workflow and allocate resources to achieve operational targets
• Train, support and manage warehouse staff to ensure safe and efficient operations
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, health and safety requirements and warehouse controls
• Assist operationally where required to ensure the successful execution of warehouse activities

Remuneration

Market related, depending on experience and knowledge.

We serve four key groups across the diverse sector of fresh produce:

Fruit producers and retailers, both within South Africa and abroad. It’s a world of good produce, good people and good prices. An extensive, vast world which we navigate via committed one‑on‑one relationships, to offer personalised service and tailored solutions/shipments.

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