Warehouse Manager Pietermaritzburg

Warehouse Manager - Pietermaritzburg
Our client is seeking a Warehouse Manager with strong problem-solving skills to join their team.

Responsibilities:

Inventory and Stock Control

• Maintain accurate stock records and ensure inventory data integrity (ERP/WMS)
• Oversee cycle counts and periodic stock takes investigating and resolving variances
• Manage stock levels to minimise obsolescence shrinkage and stockouts
• Ensure correct FIFO/FEFO or applicable stock rotation methods are followed

Receiving and Dispatch

• Oversee goods receiving verifying quantities and quality against purchase orders and delivery notes
• Manage picking packing and dispatching to ensure accurate and on-time deliveries
• Coordinate with procurement sales and production to align warehouse activity with demand

Warehouse Operations and Layout

• Optimise warehouse layout and space utilisation for efficient workflow
• Ensure proper handling storage and labelling of goods
• Manage material handling equipment (forklifts pallet jacks etc.) and ensure maintenance schedules are met

Team Leadership

• Supervise schedule and develop warehouse staff
• Set performance targets conduct reviews and manage discipline in line with company policy and the Labour Relations Act
• Foster a productive accountable and safety-conscious team culture

Health Safety and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993) and internal SHE standards
• Conduct risk assessments enforce safe working practices and maintain housekeeping standards
• Ensure equipment operators are licensed and certified

Reporting and Continuous Improvement

• Report on key metrics (accuracy throughput on-time dispatch stock losses)
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce costs and increase efficiency

Requirements

• Grade 12 qualification
• Diploma or degree in Logistics Supply Chain or Warehouse Management (advantageous)
• 5 years warehouse experience with at least 23 years in a supervisory/management role
• Experience with ERP/WMS systems (e.g. Syspro SAP)
• Strong inventory and stock control knowledge
• Leadership and people management ability
• Sound knowledge of OHS legislation
• Computer literacy (MS Office ERP systems)
• Valid forklift license advantageous

Due to the high volume of applications received only suitable candidates who meet the criteria of this vacancy will be contacted.

Required Experience:

Manager

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1