Warehouse Supervisor

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Job Description

Qualifications & Experience

  • Minimum Grade 12 with additional certifications preferred.
  • Valid Drivers License (essential).
  • 2+ years supervisory experience in a warehouse environment.
  • 5+ years in warehouse/logistics/operations roles.
Skills & Competencies
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAGE Evolution (or similar).
  • Strong knowledge of inventory control and warehouse best practices.
  • Leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and delegate effectively.
  • Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Familiarity with ISO and SHEQ requirements.
Key Responsibilities Warehouse Operations
  • Supervise daily operations: receiving, picking, packing, and dispatching.
  • Ensure warehouse layout optimizes space and workflow.
  • Control operational costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Maintain compliance with company policies and safety regulations.
  • Provide support with driving and delivery when needed (valid drivers license required).
Stock & Inventory Control
  • Oversee stock control and reconciliations
  • Conduct and manage stock takes, ensuring accuracy and minimal discrepancies.
  • Monitor non-stock items and minimize scrap in line with environmental standards.
  • Ensure all items are stored neatly and labelled correctly.
Distribution & Logistics
  • Manage dispatch processes to ensure on-time, in-full delivery.
  • Plan efficient delivery routes and manage freight forwarders.
  • Ensure the companys fleet is well maintained and compliant with traffic laws.
Receiving
  • Supervise receiving processes to ensure quality and accuracy of deliveries.
  • Oversee container offloading, checking, and binning
Administration
  • Compile and submit regular reports on stock, fleet, variances, and inventory.
  • Monitor slow-moving and dead stock.
  • Order PPE and support admin needs
SHEQ Compliance
  • Enforce health, safety, and environmental policies (OHS Act, stacking regulations).
  • Promote a clean, safe warehouse environment.
  • Participate in audits, incident reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1478328
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned