Junior Warehouse Supervisor

Our client is looking for a Junior Warehouse Supervisor to assist with the day-to-day running of the warehouse, supporting both the Relocations and Records Management operations. This is a hands-on position suited to someone with warehouse experience who is ready to take the next step into a supervisory role. The successful candidate will assist with warehouse operations, stock and records management, basic administration, forklift operation, customer collections and deliveries, and coordinating a small team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily running, organisation and housekeeping of the warehouse.
• Receive, check, label, store and dispatch goods and records accurately.
• Ensure items are stored correctly and can be easily located and traced.
• Assist with loading, unloading, moving and organising stock and customer goods.
• Operate a forklift safely and responsibly.
• Assist with stock checks and report shortages, damages or discrepancies.
• Ensure the warehouse remains clean, safe and well organised.
• Complete basic warehouse documentation and capture information accurately on computer systems.
• Assist with maintaining records of incoming and outgoing goods.
• Use email, Microsoft Office and other relevant systems for daily administration.
• Assist with local customer collections and deliveries when required.
• Interact professionally with customers and assist with queries.
• Assist in coordinating daily tasks and allocating work to warehouse staff.
• Provide guidance and support to junior warehouse staff and ensure procedures are followed.
• Work closely with management and other departments to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Report any operational, staffing, safety or customer issues to management.
• Follow all health, safety, security and company procedures.
• Assist with any other reasonable warehouse or operational duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics, storage, removals or similar environment .
• Some experience assisting with or coordinating other staff will be advantageous.
• Valid forklift operator's licence.
• Valid Code 10 driver's licence.
• Computer literate with basic Microsoft Office and email skills.
• Good communication skills and the ability to deal professionally with customers.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Must be physically fit and comfortable working in a hands-on warehouse environment.
• Reliable transport and able to travel to Philippi, Cape Town .

Skills and Personal Attributes

• Hands-on and energetic.
• Reliable and hardworking.
• Organised and detail-oriented.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer-focused and professional.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Safety-conscious.
• Able to take initiative and solve basic operational problems.
• Comfortable working as part of a team.
• Willing to get involved and assist wherever needed.
• A natural leader who is keen to develop into a supervisory role.

Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will have solid warehouse experience and a hands-on approach , but does not necessarily need extensive supervisory experience. We are looking for someone who is ready to grow into a leadership position, can take responsibility for daily warehouse activities, and is comfortable working between warehouse operations, administration, forklift duties and customer interaction .