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Floor Manager (40hr) - JD Sports - Highveld Mall
TFG (The Foschini Group)
Durban
On-site
ZAR 200,000 - 300,000
16 days ago
Technician Supervisor - Cape Town
Air Products South Africa
Cape Town
On-site
ZAR 50,000 - 200,000
16 days ago
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Danaher Life Sciences
Pretoria
Hybrid
ZAR 200,000 - 300,000
18 days ago
Team Leader - MS SQL Engineer
Staff Unlimited Recruitment
Johannesburg
On-site
ZAR 600,000 - 800,000
18 days ago
Senior Data Team Lead, home-based in South Africa
IQVIA
Bellville
On-site
ZAR 200,000 - 300,000
18 days ago
Warehouse Supervisor
Staff Solutions Recruitment
Johannesburg
On-site
ZAR 420,000 - 550,000
Full time
16 days ago
Job summary
A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Warehousing Manager in Johannesburg to oversee warehousing operations. The ideal candidate will have up to 5 years of experience in logistics, a diploma in a relevant field, and at least 12 years in a supervisory role. Key responsibilities include managing inventory integrity, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and leading a diverse team.
Qualifications
- 5 years of experience in Warehousing, Inventory, Logistics, or Supply Chain.
- 12 years at a supervisory level.
- Strong understanding of stock control practices.
Responsibilities
- Manage cycle counts and stock takes.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.
- Build and maintain relationships with customers.
Skills
Proactive leadership
Planning
Analytical skills
Problem-solving
Communication skills
Education
Diploma in Warehousing, Logistics, Supply Chain or related field (NQF Level 5)
Tools
SAP
MS Office Suite
Job description
Key Responsibilities
Warehousing Operations
- Manage weekly cycle counts and coordinate monthly stock takes with production and support teams.
- Ensure the application of FIFO (First-In, First-Out) and Line-of-Sight (LOS) principles during stock storage and issuing.
- Investigate and report on stock variances, taking corrective action where required.
- Oversee the receipt, coding, and compliant storage of stock and ensure proper handling of non-conforming products and daily scrap removal.
- Collaborate with the Planning team to verify the receipt and issuing of goods, semi-finished components, and final products.
- Monitor and control damaged stock, investigate causes, and implement corrective measures.
- Ensure adherence to consignment stock procedures.
- Develop and maintain work instructions and stay current with inventory control technologies.
Administration, Systems & Reporting
- Ensure the integrity and accuracy of all inventory-related data in SAP.
- Issue credit notes and maintain accurate records.
- Capture returned rotations, scrap variances, and updates on spreadsheets.
- Maintain proper document control and tracking systems.
- Ensure timely procurement of stationery, PPE, and other warehouse supplies.
- Complete all daily, weekly, and monthly health and safety checklists and report incidents promptly.
Compliance
- Operate within established controls and procedures to ensure process integrity.
- Identify and escalate departmental risks to management.
- Ensure full compliance with relevant regulations and internal procedures, particularly those related to health and safety.
- Maintain required documentation and reduce wasteful or irregular expenditure.
Customer Service
- Build and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external customers.
- Represent the department in meetings with key stakeholders.
- Address service issues promptly and professionally, aligned with company values and standards.
Staff Supervision
- Ensure that all team members have up-to-date performance agreements.
- Conduct quarterly performance appraisals and monitor individual and team objectives.
- Identify employee development needs and coordinate relevant training with HR.
- Address employee relations matters effectively and in accordance with company policies.
Cost and Financial Control
- Contribute to the budget preparation process.
- Monitor and control departmental expenditure, ensuring alignment with financial policies and budgetary limits.
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
- Report on financial deviations to the Warehouse and Distribution Manager.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Diploma in Warehousing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field (NQF Level 5)
Experience
- Up to 5 years experience in Warehousing, Inventory, Logistics, or Supply Chain in a manufacturing environment
- At least 12 years at a supervisory level
Technical Competencies
- Proficient in MS Office Suite, SAP, ERP systems, and other inventory-related software
- Strong understanding of warehousing, logistics, and stock control practices and procedures
Behavioural Competencies
- Proactive and hands-on leadership style
- Strong planning and organisational skills
- Analytical and detail-focused
- Effective problem solver with sound decision-making abilities
- Resilient under pressure and adaptable to changing priorities
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Customer-centric mindset with strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to lead and motivate a diverse team
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.
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