Warehouse Manager

Paarl, Western Cape
Permanent
Full-time

27 days ago

OverviewThis is a long-standing, family-owned construction business based in South Africa, with operations spanning Gauteng and the Western Cape. Known for delivering high-quality finishes, they offer a range of services including ceilings, partitions, drywalling, and glass & aluminium installations. The team is made up of experienced professionals who value strong client relationships, attention to detail, and safety on-site. Their company culture blends professionalism with a warm, team-focused environment, and they're trusted by several major brands across various sectors.No. of Vacancies1Specific Skills

Proficient in Bizman software for cutting sheets and stock control
Strong understanding of aluminium systems and fabrication methods
Experience in managing stock, production planning, and team supervision
Good organizational and communication skills
Basic mechanical knowledge of fabrication machinery (cutting, punching, routing)

Responsible ForPrimary Role: To manage the warehouse operations and oversee the full material cycle - from creating cutting sheets, ordering materials, and issuing to production, through to tracking finished goods - ensuring the timely and efficient manufacture of aluminium systems like Clip 44 shopfronts, casement windows, palace sliding doors, and vista stacking/folding doors.

Material Planning & Procurement
Generate cutting sheets from site measurements and architectural drawings using Bizman software
Accurately calculate aluminium profile and accessory requirements
Place material orders with suppliers (e.g., aluminium profiles, accessories, gaskets, rollers, handles)
Ensure all ordered items match cutting lists and job specifications

Inventory & Warehouse Management

Maintain optimum inventory levels of raw materials and accessories
Oversee receiving, labelling, storage, and issuing of stock using Bizman
Ensure accurate stock movement records between raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods
Conduct regular stocktakes and reconcile discrepancies

Manufacturing Coordination

Coordinate with the production team to ensure timely cutting, machining, and assembly based on project timelines
Issue cutting sheets to machine operators and oversee work scheduling
Monitor daily and weekly output targets and flag delays or bottlenecks early

Quality & Damage Control

Inspect incoming materials for quality and compliance
Ensure safe and proper handling/storage of delicate profiles and components to avoid scratches, bends, or defects
Record and manage scrap and rejected materials per company procedures

Team Management

Lead and supervise a team of ~5 warehouse and factory staff
Allocate daily tasks, monitor attendance, and ensure team productivity
Train staff on correct handling, processing, and safety procedures

Health, Safety & Compliance

Ensure all activities follow workplace safety standards, especially during cutting and material handling
Enforce use of PPE and safe storage practices
Maintain a clean and hazard-free warehouse and factory environment

Coordination & Reporting

Liaise with: Installation teams to understand timelines and site requirements, sales/admin for upcoming project releases, suppliers to track lead times and manage procurement
Provide daily/weekly reports to management on inventory, work progress, and material usage

Job NatureFull TimeExperience Requirements5+Job LocationPaarlJob LevelIntermediate Position, Senior PositionHow to ApplyInterested candidates can send their resumes to natasha@njplacements.co.za mentioning "Job Title" in the subject line.

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