Job Description

Receiving & Inbound Logistics Manager

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Reporting to:

Head of Supply Chain

Employment Type:

Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and organized

Receiving & Inbound Logistics Manager

to take ownership of all inbound logistics operations at our Distribution Center. This includes coordinating incoming deliveries of both inventory and non-inventory items, supporting imports, and building a robust receiving and slotting process that can scale with our business. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in inbound supply chain and warehouse operations, who is confident in working cross-functionally and building efficient, trackable processes.

Key ResponsibilitiesInbound Coordination

Schedule and coordinate all inbound deliveries, including local suppliers, bulk transfers, and imports Ensure accurate documentation is prepared and received for all inbound stock (packing lists, invoices, customs docs) Act as the central point of contact for all inbound logistics queries, delays, and supplier updates Track all inbound shipments from dispatch to receipt, ensuring timely arrivals and status updates

Receiving Operations

Oversee the receiving function at the DC to ensure timely, accurate, and damage-free receipt of goods Design and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for receiving inventory and non-inventory items Collaborate with the Inventory Manager to hand over accurately received and checked goods for putaway Ensure all cartons and pallets are scanned, labeled, and accounted for at the point of receipt Lead continuous improvement initiatives in the receiving workflow to reduce bottlenecks and errors

Slotting and Storage Optimization

Design and implement a

slotting strategy

to assign optimal storage locations for incoming inventory Develop a zoning and layout plan that accommodates growth in SKUs and volume Maintain a live slotting map to ensure bin-level visibility and space utilization Monitor slotting performance and make adjustments based on volume, velocity, and product type

Imports & Cross-border Coordination

Assist with import shipments including customs documentation, freight tracking, and delivery coordination Liaise with import agents, freight forwarders, and customs clearing partners Ensure all imports are fully compliant with SARS and customs requirements Maintain visibility of international lead times and inbound shipment schedules

Requirements

Minimum

3 years of experience

in inbound logistics, warehouse receiving, or import coordination Experience working in or scaling a distribution center or warehouse environment Strong knowledge of inbound logistics processes, documentation, and compliance Familiarity with

slotting

, inventory visibility tools, and warehouse layout planning Working knowledge of customs clearance and freight forwarding processes Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills Proven ability to design and implement processes in a fast-growing environment

Advantageous:

Experience with fashion or general merchandise supply chains

What We Offer

The opportunity to build scalable inbound processes from the ground up Exposure to both domestic and international logistics A fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment with significant operational impact Career growth opportunities as the business expands nationally
Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person