TRAFFIC Western Cape

Warehouse Operations Manager

Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Job Description

As the Operations Manager: Warehouse, you are the heartbeat of a fast paced, purpose driven distribution environment where accuracy, efficiency, and teamwork come together to deliver excellence every single day. You'll lead the end to end warehouse operation, ensuring stock flows seamlessly from receiving to dispatch while service levels, safety standards, and quality benchmarks are consistently exceeded. With a hands on leadership style and a sharp eye for detail, you'll inspire teams, optimise processes, and turn challenges into opportunities. This role is perfect for a confident, energetic leader who thrives on accountability, enjoys improving systems, and takes pride in delivering on promises, no matter what it takes.

Requirements
  • Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in Warehouse or Supply Chain Management, preferably within an FMCG environment
  • At least 3 years' proven managerial or people leadership experience
  • Strong knowledge of warehousing, distribution, and transportation processes
  • Hands on experience with WMS and ERP systems
  • Solid understanding of inventory management, stock accuracy, and space optimisation
  • Experience managing operational and cost budgets
  • Working knowledge of health, safety, and compliance regulations (ISO experience advantageous)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Familiarity with process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma

About This Role

Career insights for First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers positions

Salary Benchmark
R42,824/month
R29,904 to R59,610/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening Service Orientation Speaking Coordination Critical Thinking
Common Technologies
Claris FileMaker Microsoft Access 365 Oracle Database 23c Final Cut Pro YouTube Discontinued QuickBooks POS UKG Dimensions

Job Overview

Date Posted
24 Apr 2026
Location
Western Cape, South Africa

First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers Insights

Median Salary (ZAR)
R42,824/month
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.

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