Warehouse Manager

• Oversee the daily warehouse operations including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch.
• Ensure accuracy and efficiency across all warehouse functions with strict adherence to safety and compliance standards.
• Maintain robust stock control systems through cycle counts, reconciliations, and inventory reporting.
• Develop, implement, and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of warehouse staff to achieve high-performance targets.
• Oversee workforce planning, shift scheduling, and performance management.
• Drive staff training, career development, and succession planning initiatives.
• Foster a safe, collaborative, and respectful working culture.

• Implement lean warehousing principles to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Drive initiatives that improve space utilisation, accuracy, and turnaround times.
• Monitor, analyse, and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Leverage warehouse technologies (WMS, barcoding systems, ERP) to optimise operations.

• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and sales teams to align stock availability with demand.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers and transport companies.
• Provide accurate inventory and distribution updates to internal stakeholders.

• Develop and manage the warehouse budget, including staffing, equipment, and operational costs.
• Identify and execute cost-saving opportunities without compromising service delivery.
• Control wastage, losses, and pilferage through effective risk management.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related discipline.
• Postgraduate qualifications or professional certifications (APICS, SAPICS, CIPS) are advantageous.

• 8-10 years' proven experience in warehouse and distribution management.
• Minimum of 5 years in a senior warehouse leadership role.
• Strong background in FMCG warehousing operations and logistics.
• Proven success in implementing warehouse systems and process automation.

• Excellent leadership, team-building, and people management skills.
• Advanced knowledge of WMS, ERP, and inventory systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Financial acumen with demonstrated budget management ability.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure FMCG environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

• Warehouse operational efficiency (dispatch accuracy, order fulfilment, turnaround times).
• Inventory accuracy (variance rates, shrinkage, write-offs).
• Cost performance vs. budget.
• Compliance with safety, hygiene, and industry standards.
• Staff engagement, retention, and productivity.

• Be part of a leading FMCG beverage supplier with a dynamic, growing footprint in South Africa.
• Lead a high-impact role that drives efficiency, customer satisfaction, and profitability.
• Work in a collaborative and supportive culture where operational innovation is valued.

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