TRAFFIC Free State

Warehouse Supervisor

University of Fort Hare

Job Description

FMCG / Retail / Wholesale / Supply Chain / Warehousing

Our client is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to manage warehouse operations, ensure stock accuracy, and maintain compliance with company standards. The role is responsible for efficient warehouse management, stock control, reporting, and health & safety compliance, while also leading and developing warehouse staff.

Job Requirements

Educational Qualifications

  • Matric (Grade 12) - essential
  • Diploma in Warehousing, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field (NQF 5)

Experience

  • 6-8 years' experience in warehouse management or stock control
  • Proven experience supervising warehouse teams and managing stock

Technical Skills & Knowledge

  • Computer literate (MS Office, SAP, ERP systems, and job specific software)
  • Strong understanding of stock management principles (FIFO, cycle counts, reconciliations)
  • Knowledge of warehousing, logistics, and operational processes
  • Attention to detail with high accuracy in reporting
  • Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills
  • Willingness to travel to SDA locations (Bethlehem & Upington) as required
Job Duties

Warehouse Operations

  • Manage stock levels, conduct FIFO checks, and ensure stock accuracy
  • Perform daily and weekly cycle counts and reconcile monthly stock, including scrap and rotations
  • Maintain stock of small parts and packing materials
  • Compile monthly exception reports (claims and rotations)
  • Ensure full health and safety compliance in the warehouse
  • Log, investigate, and manage customer complaints
  • Manage SDA stock levels and conduct stock counts at SDA locations as required

People Management

  • Identify training needs and implement employee development plans
  • Address employee relations matters fairly and promptly
  • Ensure HR policies are successfully implemented within the warehouse
  • Maintain a motivated and high-performing team
Salary

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About This Role

Career insights for Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers positions

Salary Benchmark
R30,860/month
R20,436 to R44,541/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening Reading Comprehension Coordination Monitoring Active Learning
Common Technologies
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Oracle JD Edwards EnterpriseOne SAP S/4HANA Microsoft PowerPoint 365 Extensiv 3PL Warehouse Manager Tecsys Supply Chain Platform USPS.com Eaton Fleet Advisor

Job Overview

Date Posted
27 Mar 2026
Location
Free State, South Africa

Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers Insights

Median Salary (ZAR)
R30,860/month
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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