Job Description

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Job Overview

Application Deadline:

15 November 2025

Job Location:

Johannesburg, Gauteng

Job Title:

Stores Supervisor

Salary Offer:

R30,000 - R40,000

Education Level:

Diploma

Job Level:

Senior

Minimum Experience:

5- 7 Years

Stores Supervisor job vacancy in Johannesburg.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Stores Supervisor to manage the critical logistics functions of our primary distribution facility.



Salary: R30,000 to R40,000 per month.

Key Responsibilities:

The Stores Supervisor is responsible for the efficient and accurate operation of all warehouse and logistical activities. This is a hands-on role requiring comprehensive management of stock flow, personnel, and compliance within a fast-paced environment.



Core Accountabilities:


Logistics Management: Oversee and manage daily stores receiving processes, ensuring materials are checked, documented, and accurately allocated. Dispatch Operations: Direct and monitor the stores dispatch function, guaranteeing timely and correct fulfillment of orders for internal and external clients. Fleet Supervision: Supervise the activities of the driver and delivery fleet (3 drivers), including route planning, vehicle maintenance liaison, and adherence to delivery schedules. Inventory Control: Implement robust stock control measures, including physical counts, cycle counts, and discrepancy resolution, to maintain accurate inventory levels. Staff Leadership: Direct, motivate, and manage a team of 7 pickers/pullers and 3 drivers, ensuring optimal productivity, adherence to safety protocols, and clear communication. Inter-Departmental Liaison: Facilitate smooth workflow and communication by effectively dealing with internal administrative staff, including internal sales, creditors, and debtors. Warehouse Compliance: Maintain high standards of warehouse housekeeping and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient working environment at all times. Process Adherence: Ensure strict compliance with timekeeping protocols and process deadlines to meet operational demands.

Required Experience and Technical Understanding:

The successful candidate must possess demonstrable expertise across core warehousing disciplines. Exact Experience and Qualifications Required: + Successfully completed a post-school qualification in Warehousing, Logistics, or Stock Control.
+ Proven supervisory experience, specifically managing a team comprising both pickers/pullers and drivers.
+ Must possess own reliable transport.
The Ideal Candidate Should Demonstrate Understanding of, but not be Limited to: + The practical execution of stores receiving and dispatching procedures.
+ Effective stock control methodologies and management principles.
+ Supervision and management of a dedicated driver/delivery fleet.
+ Implementing and maintaining strict warehouse housekeeping standards.
+ The ability to work effectively and maintain accuracy under pressure and strict deadlines.
+ Working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Stock Management Systems; proficiency in SAGE 300 is a distinct advantage.
+ Understanding and adherence to ISO9001 implementation and quality management procedures.
+ Basic knowledge of electrical and mechanical components, beneficial for handling specialized industrial products.
+ A background in the lighting or related electrical/mechanical industry is considered an added advantage.

Remuneration:

For this critical role, we offer a competitive opportunity within an industry-leading company with a long-standing history of stability:


Compensation: Salary is competitive and market-related, based on relevant experience and documented post-school warehousing qualification. Stability: We offer job stability to the successful candidate, supported by the strength of an organization that has been a market leader for over 55 years. * Benefits: The suitable candidate will be offered comprehensive benefits commensurate with a large, established company.