Warehouse Controller
Pronel Consultants · Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
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We’re looking for a Warehouse Controller who can take ownership of daily warehouse operations, ensure accurate stock control and keep materials flowing efficiently to production.
What you’ll need
Grade 12 / Matric with Mathematics
Minimum 2 years’ warehousing experience
Experience leading a warehouse team would be advantageous
Knowledge of WMS / Syspro
Strong Microsoft Office and computer skills
Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping abilities
Strong organisational and multitasking skills
Forklift licence advantageous
Code 10 driver’s licence advantageous
Supply Chain / Logistics qualification advantageous
Knowledge of OHAS advantageous
Key responsibilities
Manage and coordinate daily warehouse activities
Supervise and delegate tasks to the warehouse team
Manage the receiving, putaway and issuing of hardware, fasteners, components and buy-outs
Check and verify incoming goods and ensure accurate GRN processing
Maintain accurate inventory levels and records
Investigate and flag stock variances, delivery issues and quality/quantity discrepancies
Coordinate returns and replacements with relevant departments and suppliers
Ensure materials are packed and issued to production and assembly on time
Conduct regular stock counts and manage non-moving stock
Ensure correct stock rotation and storage using FIFO principles
Maintain 5S standards and a safe, organised warehouse
Train and develop team members
Continuously improve warehouse processes and procedures
Drive the move towards a more efficient, lean and paperless warehouse environment
The ideal candidate is
Organised. Accurate. Tech-savvy. A strong team leader. Someone who takes ownership, spots problems before they become bigger issues and enjoys finding smarter ways to make warehouse operations work better.