Warehouse Manager - Industrial Engineer

Reference: NCM003561-KMa-1

We are looking for an assertive, highly organised and proactive Night Shift Logistics Coordinator to manage and coordinate logistics activities during the night shift in the Boksburg area. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, scheduling, coordinating and monitoring the movement of components and deliveries, ensuring that all logistics activities run efficiently and according to schedule. This role is ideally suited to a junior professional with a National Diploma in Industrial Engineering, Logistics or Supply Chain Management who is looking to develop their career in logistics coordination and operations.

The ideal candidate must be confident in their communication, excellent with Microsoft Excel, able to take ownership of tasks and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily logistics activities during the night shift.

• Coordinate the movement of components, goods and deliveries between relevant sites and destinations.

• Ensure that collections, dispatches and deliveries are completed according to schedule.

• Monitor logistics schedules and proactively identify potential delays or operational challenges.

• Communicate with relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth coordination of logistics activities.

• Prioritise urgent requirements and adjust plans when circumstances change.

• 1-5 year experience

• Experience in manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, procurement, or operations environments

• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing inventory, supplier relationships, cost control, and operational performance.

• A track record of process improvement, problem-solving, and driving accountability across teams.

• Experience working with ERP systems (preferably SYSPRO or similar) and using data to support decision-making.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and senior management.

• Candidates who are hands-on, resilient, highly organized, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A National Diploma in Industrial Engineering, Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management or a related field would be highly advantageous.

• Ideally, 0–2 years of experience in logistics coordination, transport planning, supply chain, manufacturing or a similar operational role.

• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent planning, organisational and coordination abilities.

• An assertive personality with the confidence to follow up and ensure that deadlines are met.

• Strong attention to detail and good administrative skills.

• Ability to work independently and make decisions within the scope of the role.

• Willingness and ability to work night shifts from Monday to Thursday, 18:00 to 06:00.

• Residing in Boksburg or surrounding areas would be advantageous.

• Own reliable transport would be highly beneficial due to the night-shift working hours.