Warehouse Supervisor (FMCG)

Staff Solutions; Humansdorp; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Staff Solutions is seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations, drive efficiency, and ensure accurate order fulfilment in the Eastern Cape. The role requires 3–5 years of warehouse experience with supervisory exposure and a tertiary qualification in logistics or a related field.

You will lead a team, enforce safety standards, and leverage WMS/ERP systems and advanced Excel to report on performance and drive improvements.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in logistics or related field is required.
• 3–5 years warehouse experience with 1–2 years supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch.
• Ensure accurate and timely order fulfilment.
• Maintain stock accuracy through cycle counts and audits.
• Lead, coach, and manage warehouse staff performance.
• Enforce health, safety, and compliance standards including FIFO.
• Drive process improvements and monitor KPIs.
• Utilise WMS/ERP systems for reporting and control.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Organisational skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Inventory control

Warehouse operations

Education

3 year tertiary qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

WMS/ERP

Excel

Dynamics BC

Job description

Key Performance Areas:

• Oversee daily warehouse operations (receiving, storage, picking, packing, dispatch)
• Ensure accurate and timely order fulfilment
• Maintain stock accuracy through cycle counts and audits
• Lead, coach, and manage warehouse staff performance
• Enforce health, safety, and compliance standards (including FIFO)
• Drive process improvements and monitor key KPIs
• Utilise WMS/ERP systems for reporting and operational control
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations

Skills and Knowledge:

• 3 year tertiary qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 3–5 years warehouse experience (FMCG preferred) with 1–2 years supervisory experience
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines under pressure
• Proficiency in WMS/ERP (Dynamics BC preferred) and advanced Excel
• Solid knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control, and health & safety
• Proven track record in inventory control and operational efficiency