Warehouse Manager
Find Talent Co · Lenasia, Gauteng
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Our client, a well-established FMCG organisation is looking for an experienced and hands-on Warehouse Manager to oversee the efficient operation of a high-volume warehouse environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing daily warehouse operations, ensuring accurate stock control, efficient receiving and dispatch, and maintaining high operational and service standards.
Duties & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the warehouse.
- Lead, manage and motivate warehouse staff and ensure effective allocation of responsibilities.
- Oversee receiving, checking, put-away, picking, packing and dispatch processes.
- Maintain accurate stock levels and ensure effective inventory control.
- Monitor stock movements, discrepancies, damages, shrinkage and stock losses.
- Ensure efficient warehouse layout, organisation and utilisation of space.
- Implement and maintain effective stock control and warehouse procedures.
- Coordinate with procurement, stores, sales and distribution teams to ensure smooth product flow.
- Monitor warehouse productivity, operational efficiency and key performance indicators.
- Ensure orders are accurately prepared and dispatched within required timeframes.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping, safety and compliance.
- Identify operational challenges and implement practical solutions to improve efficiency.
- Prepare and provide relevant operational and stock reports to management.
Desired Experience & Qualification
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years' experience in warehouse management , preferably within FMCG, wholesale or retail.
- Proven experience managing a high-volume warehouse operation .
- Strong experience in stock control, receiving and dispatch .
- Previous experience managing and leading a sizeable warehouse team.
- Strong understanding of inventory management and warehouse processes.
- Experience with stock-taking, stock discrepancies, shrinkage and loss control.
- Strong organisational, problem-solving and leadership skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
- Good computer literacy and experience with warehouse/inventory systems.
- FMCG, Cash & Carry or wholesale experience will be highly advantageous.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a hands-on Warehouse Manager who can take ownership of the operation, lead from the front and ensure that the warehouse runs efficiently, accurately and consistently.
The successful candidate will be results-driven, organised, commercially aware and comfortable managing both people and operational challenges in a high-volume FMCG environment.
Are you interested ?
If you're an experienced FMCG Warehouse Manager looking for an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a high-volume operation and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Send your CV to: info@talentfindhub.com
Please use “Warehouse Manager – Lenasia” as the subject line.