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Warehouse Manager

NestleZA

13 days ago

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Job title : Warehouse Manager

Job Location : Free State,

Deadline : October 14, 2025

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With a history spanning over 150 years, Nestlé didn’t become the world’s leading food and beverages brand by chance. Perfection is at the heart of what we do, and our people are always looking for the next big idea to cement our status. We are now looking for a Warehouse Manager to be based in Harrismith Factory.

In this role you will be responsible for planning, executing, managing & controlling all activities associated with the effective receiving, handling, storage & internal movement of all finished goods & raw material from point of arrival through to final assembly of orders ready for dispatch in correct quantity, time & condition to ensure that the factory operates at maximum efficiency.

A day in the life of a Warehouse Manager :

WAREHOUSE OPERATIONS

To plan, execute, manage & control the daily operations of storing, picking, and replenishing.

Ensure that warehouse floor space and height capacity are utilized to its maximum potential.

Monitor and ensure all Warehouse building and premises maintenance is attended to timeously and safely.

Ensure that the targeted OBD’s for Freight, Export and Transport Departments are picked up, checked and invoiced each day by shift in accordance with the priority listing.

Ensure incoming vehicles are all off-loaded in accordance with the planning schedule set up by Receiving.

Ensure that goods received daily by receiving and GRA are captured into the stock mainstream and put away accurately, and without delay, to avoid being out of stock, and optimize service levels

Ensure that stock losses / gains are minimized to Factory's agreed objective.

Ensure that Ageing Stock reports are monitored and reacted on closely and write off documents raised timely with FICO support

Ensure that warehouse stock damages are managed to agreed standards and disposed of and accounted for as per procedures. Ensure effective operation of stock rotation system (F.I.F.O.)

Ensure premises are secured and safe at end of shift. Ensure that all internal systems and procedures are in place and adhered to.

FIXED COST BUDGET

Prepare annual fixed cost budget for Department. Manage this budget to ensure targets are achieved. Authorize expenditure through the SAP Purchasing system. Perform revisions on budget as and when required. Report on variances and maintain status

Prepare Capex budget for the financial year for Warehouse equipment. Prepare Long Term Planning Budget.

DATA ACCURACY

As a data enterer, capture complete, accurate data and as per data standard on time to the relevant system. Adhere to the best practices for data management and business excellence.

BAD GOODS MANAGEMENT

Manage the control of Bad Goods within the warehouse. Manage the recording and removal of all Bad Goods ex Warehouse

Ensure company Policy with regard write off is strictly adhered to Responsible for monthly Stats and Reporting ex warehouse.

HOUSEKEEPING

Actively encourage and ensure Nestle housekeeping standards. Direct the daily cleaning of the Warehouse by an external cleaning company. Ensure planned and effective infestation controls are in place and performed by external pest control service provider.

HEALTH AND SAFETY (RISK MANAGEMENT)

Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Actively participate on SHE committee and encourage Health and Safety among subordinates. Enforce SHE policies and procedures in the workplace and ensure adherence thereto. Ensure racking inspections are performed daily and monthly, documented and corrective action taken where required. Ensure stacking height limitations are adhered to. Ensure contingency plans are in place and practiced with regard firefighting and evacuations. Ensure that planned maintenance is carried out on all key installations e.g. standby generator, fire detection system, sprinkler system

Co assists the Security Manager in ensuring systems and procedures are in place to prevent and control stock losses.

MECHANICAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT

Ensure that all mechanical handling equipment is maintained and serviced as per supplier’s specifications or agreed compan standards.

Ensure that daily inspections are performed and recorded. Ensure that all Operators are correctly licensed and trained to operate relevant equipment.

STAFF MANAGEMENT

Provide effective motivation and leadership. Apply Nestle Management and Leadership principles. Communicate all relevant business information to staff. Perform continuous Knowledge Transfer of stock handling and other disciplines. Apply and ensure application of HR policies and procedures Time and attendance and overtime control / authorization utilization. KRONOS and ESS.

Participate in the recruitment process for the department. Implement and manage Performance Plans for direct reports

Set KPI’s and manage these for the Department. Perform appraisals as and when required. Arrange Training and Development identified.

What will make you successful?

Minimum Degree qualification in Warehouse or any other Supply Chain Management qualification

5yrs management experience at senior departmental level

Sound understanding of Warehousing and Transport

Good Communication skills

Windows Office Suite Literate

SAP proficiency

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