Cold Store / Warehouse Manager, Western Cape R55 000 to R60 000

Cold Store / Warehouse Manager, Western Cape R55 000 to R60 000

A leading, privately-owned wholesale supplier of quality frozen fish and value-added products is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Cold Store Manager to lead operations at its 300 Ton facility. You will oversee the end-to-end warehouse functionsincluding receiving, handling, picking, packing, inventory control, and cold chain integritywhile supervising a team of approximately 15 employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Cold Chain & Stock Operations: Maintain strict cold chain integrity, control inventory using FIFO principles, conduct regular stock takes, and manage containerized imports and export dispatches.
• Fleet & Logistics Management: Direct dispatch operations and manage a fleet of 6 delivery vehicles, communicating with drivers for efficient delivery and collection.
• Team Leadership: Schedule and manage the warehouse team to reach performance goals, minimize overtime, and build a customer-centric culture.
• External Storage & Returns: Oversee external cold storage stock movement, authorize product releases, and resolve customer complaints or returns.
• Facility & Quality Control: Inspect machinery/equipment, maintain high HACCP quality standards, and enforce safe work practices.

Key Requirements

• Education: Matric Certificate (Grade 12) plus a Degree/Certificate in Logistics or Supply Chain Management.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in a cold chain warehouse management role supervising ~15 staff.
• Systems: Proficiency with computerized WMS (Sage 200 Evolution preferred) and MS Office.
• Quality & Regulations: Familiarity with HACCP Food Quality Systems.
• Languages & Attributes: Bilingual in English and Afrikaans, valid driver's license, clear criminal record, and strong leadership skills.
• Environment: Comfortable working in a cold, noisy environment and managing early morning starts.

What Is Offered

• Competitive market-related salary (discussed during the interview).
• Company vehicle provided for travel to and from work.
• Pension benefit eligibility after 12 months.

To apply, submit your updated CV highlighting your relevant cold-chain leadership experience.