Warehouse Manager

Recruiter:

Greys Personnel

Job Ref:

DBN003168/ZC

Date posted:

Monday, May 5, 2025

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

SUMMARY:
Our client is in looking for a warehouse manger to join their well established business in the Congella area.
This position reports to the General Manager. The successful incumbent will be responsible for the control and management of the warehouse and distribution operation

POSITION INFO:

Minimum Requirements:

Matric with a B. Com in Supply Chain Management or a similar qualification.
Minimum of 8-10 years in warehousing and distribution.
Individual must be equally comfortable on the floor delegating and leading operations as well as sitting in front of a computer producing reports and managing by numbers.
Demonstrated experience in leading and managing a large team within a unionized environment.
High level of efficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Excel and in report writing.
Excellent written communication skills with the ability to engage at all levels.
Ability to converse in IsiZulu would be an advantage.
Hands on individual who takes initiative and is willing to go the extra mile.
Excellent organizational and planning skills with good attention to detail.
Ability to multi-task and work in a highly pressurized environment.
Able to work on weekends

Key Performance Areas:

Governance of all aspects of the Warehouse and Despatch operations, this includes the management of two Despatch managers and the Transport operation.
Lead and manage a staff complement of 40+ people.
Monitor workplace performance and lead training initiatives to improve employees.
Assume overall responsibility for on-time and in full delivery of orders to customers / vessels.
Monitor and report on stock expiry dates to minimize stock write-offs, ensuring FIFO is adhered to.
Oversee stock control and accuracy of stock on hand reports vs physical stock on hand.
Manage stock in a bond store environment and ensure compliance with bond store legislation.
Manage stock in a freezer / cold room environment.
Ensure quality products are received from suppliers and are in accordance required parameters.
Assist with planning of daily dispatch of orders to customers / vessels.
Produce reports and statistics on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis providing recommendations on how to improve on operational efficiencies.
Participate in weekly management meetings with sales, finance, and supply chain to resolve operational issues.
Oversee general building maintenance and repair projects.
Ensure health & safety regulations are up to date and adhered to.
Ensure compliance with relevant legal and statutory requirements.

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