COLD STORAGE WAREHOUSE MANAGER
Workforce Staffing · Durban Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal
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An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and results-driven Cold Storage Warehouse Manager to oversee the daily operations of a temperature-controlled warehouse in Pinetown.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient warehouse operations, effective stock control, temperature compliance, staff supervision, and the safe handling, storage and dispatch of chilled and frozen products.
We are looking for a hands-on leader with proven warehouse management experience, preferably within the cold storage, frozen food, FMCG, meat, seafood or food distribution industry.
Duties & Responsibilities
Manage and oversee all daily cold storage warehouse operations.
Ensure compliance with chilled and frozen storage temperature requirements.
Oversee receiving, storage, picking, packing, stock rotation and dispatch activities.
Maintain accurate inventory records and conduct regular stock counts.
Investigate and resolve stock variances, damages, wastage and losses.
Supervise, manage and develop warehouse employees.
Ensure adherence to food safety, hygiene, quality and occupational health and safety standards.
Coordinate dispatch schedules to ensure accurate and timely order fulfilment.
Monitor warehouse capacity, equipment utilisation and refrigeration-related issues.
Compile operational reports and monitor key warehouse performance indicators.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, stock accuracy and operational efficiency.
Desired Experience & Qualification
Grade 12 / Matric.
A qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Warehouse Management or Operations Management will be advantageous.
3–5 years' relevant warehouse management or supervisory experience.
Previous experience in a cold storage, frozen food, chilled food, FMCG, meat, seafood or temperature-controlled environment is strongly preferred.
Proven experience in stock control, inventory management and warehouse staff supervision.
Computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel.
Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and/or ERP systems.
Good understanding of FIFO/FEFO, stock rotation, batch traceability and temperature monitoring.
COMPETENCIES AND ATTRIBUTES
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Excellent planning, organising and problem-solving abilities.
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong stock control and inventory management capabilities.
Ability to work under pressure and meet operational deadlines.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
A hands-on approach with a strong focus on accountability and results.
Commitment to product quality, food safety and workplace compliance.