Warehouse Manager (Cold Store)

Warehouse Manager (Cold Store) job vacancy in Johannesburg.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage all cold store operations, including receiving, put-away, picking and dispatch of chilled and frozen products.
• Maintain accurate stock control, including FIFO/FEFO rotation, stock takes and system reconciliations.
• Monitor cold room capacity, product storage and organisation to minimise waste and damage.
• Ensure cold rooms and freezers remain within required temperature ranges and maintain accurate temperature and audit records.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, PPE and company SOPs.
• Lead, schedule and manage cold store staff, forklift drivers and loaders.
• Train staff on safe product handling, hygiene and equipment use, while managing attendance, performance and leave.
• Liaise with dispatch, production, telesales and QA teams to ensure efficient daily operations.
• Monitor and report on stock variances, damages and productivity.
• Coordinate packaging, racking and equipment maintenance requirements.
• Assist with load planning to maximise truck space and meet dispatch deadlines.

Requirements:

• Matric.
• Meat-Matrix experience is essential.
• Diploma or certificate in Cold Chain Management, Logistics or Food Safety will be advantageous.
• 3-5 years' experience as a Cold Store Supervisor or Manager in an FMCG or meat facility.
• Proven experience with forklifts, pallet jacks, Meat-Matrix and/or OMS systems.
• Knowledge of HACCP, cold chain processes and meat handling.
• Strong stock control and administrative skills.
• Good leadership and people management abilities.
• Computer literate, including Excel and OMS systems.
• Ability to work in cold environments and overtime when required.
• Strong attention to detail, discipline and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Team player with a hands-on, deadline-driven approach.

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