Warehouse Team Leader - Fulfillment Operations

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Overtime opportunities

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an energetic Warehouse Team Leader in Soweto, Gauteng to oversee a team within our fulfillment operations. You will guide and motivate warehouse associates, monitor performance, and ensure daily targets are met with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

The role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced logistics environment, with responsibilities spanning picking, packing, shipping, and inventory checks.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience, preferably in order fulfillment or distribution.
• Demonstrated experience in a team lead or supervisor role.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations including picking, packing, and shipping processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and motivate a team of warehouse associates to achieve daily goals.
• Oversee daily fulfillment activities including picking, packing and shipping with accuracy.
• Monitor performance and conduct regular feedback and reviews.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and company policies in the work area.
• Assist with scheduling and managing team workflows to meet order volume demands.
• Identify and resolve operational issues within the team.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Support inventory tasks such as cycle counts and stock checks as needed.
• Collaborate with other warehouse leaders to ensure smooth operations.
• Report productivity and issues to the Warehouse Manager in Soweto.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Communication

Time management

Safety awareness

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and capable Warehouse Team Leader to oversee a team within their fulfillment operations in Soweto, Gauteng . This role is critical for ensuring the efficient processing of orders, maintaining team productivity, and upholding high standards of quality and safety. The Team Leader will guide and motivate a group of warehouse associates, monitor performance, and ensure daily operational targets are met. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with prior warehouse experience and leadership potential to step into a supervisory role within a fast-paced logistics environment. You will be a key contributor to our client's commitment to exceptional customer service through efficient order fulfillment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and motivate a team of warehouse associates to achieve daily operational goals.
• Oversee daily fulfillment activities, including order picking, packing, and shipping, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Monitor team performance, provide constructive feedback, and conduct performance reviews.
• Ensure adherence to all company policies, safety regulations, and quality standards within the team's work area.
• Assist in scheduling and managing team workflows to meet order volume demands.
• Identify and resolve any operational issues or challenges that arise within the team.
• Contribute to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Assist with inventory management tasks, such as cycle counts and stock checks, as needed.
• Collaborate with other warehouse leaders and departments to ensure smooth overall operations.
• Report on team productivity, performance metrics, and any issues to the Warehouse Manager in Soweto, Gauteng .

Requirements

• Previous experience in a warehouse environment, preferably in order fulfillment or distribution.
• Demonstrated experience in a team lead, supervisor, or similar mentoring role is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, including picking, packing, and shipping processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and manage a team effectively.
• Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Awareness of health and safety procedures in a warehouse setting.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Must be able to work within the Soweto, Gauteng area.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including opportunities for overtime and potential bonuses based on team performance. Employees benefit from a supportive team environment and opportunities for career development within the logistics sector. This role provides hands-on leadership experience and the chance to make a tangible impact on operational success within our Soweto, Gauteng facility.