Warehouse Supervisor

West Coast Personnel; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in South Africa is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to ensure smooth warehouse operations and effective supervision of staff. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in logistics and extensive experience in stock control within a manufacturing environment. Strong computer literacy, analytical skills, and a valid drivers licence are required. This role is critical for maintaining compliance and high customer service standards.

Qualifications

• Up to 5 years experience in warehousing, stock control, logistics, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
• 12 years supervisory or team leader experience.
• Valid drivers licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee stock control including cycle counts and monthly stock takes.
• Enforce FIFO / LOS principles and ensure accurate storage.
• Maintain data integrity on SAP and manage credit notes.
• Ensure compliance with HSE, ISO, and company standards.
• Supervise warehouse crew and support budgeting.

Skills

Strong computer literacy (MS Office and SAP / ERP systems)

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Planning and organizing ability

Strong communication skills

Customer-focused

Education

Diploma in Warehousing / Logistics / Supply Chain / Procurement (NQF 5)

Job description

Overview

This role is key to ensuring smooth warehouse operations, accurate stock control, compliance with procedures, and effective supervision of staff.

Non-Negotiable Requirements

• Diploma in Warehousing / Logistics / Supply Chain / Procurement (NQF 5)
• Up to 5 years experience in warehousing, stock control, logistics, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
• 12 years supervisory or team leader experience
• Strong computer literacy (MS Office and SAP / ERP systems)
• Valid drivers licence

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee stock control including cycle counts, monthly stock takes, and variance investigations
• Enforce FIFO / LOS principles and ensure accurate storage, coding, and scrap removal
• Maintain data integrity on SAP; manage credit notes, invoices, and reporting spreadsheets
• Ensure compliance with HSE, ISO, and company standards while minimising stock losses
• Represent the Company in stakeholder meetings and resolve warehousing issues quickly and professionally
• Supervise drivers, forklift operators, and warehouse crew, including performance appraisals and training
• Support budgeting, monitor costs, and implement cost-saving initiatives
• Maintain high customer service standards and resolve internal / external queries promptly
• Proactive and action-oriented
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Planning, organising, and supervisory ability
• Resilient under pressure with strong communication skills
• Customer-focused with solid relationship-building ability

KPIs Include

• Accurate stock cycle counts and monthly stock take results
• SAP data integrity maintained at all times
• Reduced stock variances and losses
• Compliance with HSE and audit requirements
• High staff performance and development outcomes
• Customer queries resolved quickly with minimal comebacks

To Apply

Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered.

Send your CV, qualifications / supporting documents, and a head & shoulders photo.

If you do not hear from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.