TRAFFIC Western Cape

Warehouse Manager

Exceed Human Resource Consultants

Job Description

Reference and Consultant

Reference: 10904 AV

Consultant: Anneke Viviers

Job Description
  • Supervising Warehouse Operations: Managing the daily activities of the warehouse, including receiving, storing, and shipping goods.
  • Inventory Management: Ensuring accurate inventory levels through regular cycle counts and reconciliation.
  • Staff Management: Hiring, training, and supervising warehouse staff, including delegating tasks and creating schedules.
  • Logistics Coordination: Overseeing the flow of goods in and out of the warehouse, coordinating with suppliers and transportation companies.
  • Safety and Compliance: Implementing and enforcing safety procedures, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining a safe work environment.
  • Equipment Management: Inspecting and maintaining warehouse equipment, arranging for repairs and replacements.
  • Budgeting and Planning: Assisting in developing and managing the warehouse budget, planning expenses, and contributing to financial goals.
  • Performance Monitoring: Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) such as order accuracy, on-time delivery, and productivity, and developing action plans to improve performance.
  • Relationship Management: Maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and transport companies.
  • Continuous Improvement: Identifying areas for improvement in warehouse operations, implementing best practices, and utilizing technology to streamline processes and improve productivity.
  • Reporting: Generating reports on warehouse performance, inventory levels, and other relevant metrics.
Qualifications
  • Proven ability to lead, manage and motivate a team, delegate tasks, and manage performance.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with staff, clients, and other stakeholders.
  • Ability to analyse situations, identify problems, and the skill to develop effective solutions for solving these problems.
  • Technical Skills, which includes familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory management software.
  • Knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations, as well as warehousing and shipping practices.
How to Apply
  • Email your comprehensive CV to .
  • If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
  • We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
  • Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.

About This Role

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Salary Benchmark
R16,233/month
R11,568 to R25,305/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Key Skills for This Role
Coordination Management of Personnel Resources Speaking Active Listening Complex Problem Solving
Common Technologies
WordPerfect Office 2021 Microsoft 365 Microsoft PowerPoint (part of Microsoft 365) Sage 300cloud SAP S/4HANA Microsoft Access (part of Microsoft 365) Oracle Database 21c

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