Warehouse Supervisor - Lead a High-Impact Team in Benoni

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid & retirement fund

Annual bonuses

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to oversee day-to-day operations at a Benoni distribution center in Gauteng. You will lead a team, ensuring safe, efficient receipt, put-away, picking, packing and shipping, while upholding company standards.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and organizational skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and a focus on productivity and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Warehouse Supervisor or similar role with at least 3 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Solid understanding of warehouse management procedures and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to train and motivate a team to achieve high performance standards.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a warehouse environment.
• Proficiency in using warehouse management systems (WMS) and basic computer applications.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and make sound decisions.
• Familiarity with the Benoni, Gauteng industrial area is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the daily activities of warehouse staff, ensuring all operational goals are met.
• Oversee the receiving, warehousing, distribution, and maintenance operations in Benoni, Gauteng.
• Implement operational policies and procedures to optimize warehouse efficiency and productivity.
• Train new warehouse employees and provide ongoing coaching to existing staff.
• Ensure a safe and clean working environment, promoting adherence to all health and safety regulations.
• Monitor inventory levels and accuracy, conducting regular checks and resolving discrepancies.
• Manage the scheduling and allocation of staff resources to meet operational demands.
• Coordinate with other departments, such as transport and procurement, to ensure seamless workflow.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to enhance operational performance.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to oversee day-to-day operations at a Benoni distribution center in Gauteng. You will lead a team, ensuring safe, efficient receipt, put-away, picking, packing and shipping, while upholding company standards.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and organizational skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and a focus on productivity and accuracy.