Warehouse Operations Manager - JHB Southern Suburbs
Smith Garb · Southern Suburbs, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Overview
Smith Garb is hiring an experienced Warehouse Operations Manager in Johannesburg's Southern Suburbs. If you have 5+ years in warehouse and distribution management, strong stock control skills, and the confidence to lead a shift team, this is your chance. You will run the operational performance of a warehouse shift, manage staff and casual labour, oversee MHE and freezer equipment, and keep safety and cost control on track. Earn R480k per year.
About the role
Smith Garb is looking for a results-driven Warehouse Operations Manager to take charge of a warehouse shift in Johannesburg's Southern Suburbs. This is a permanent, full-time role ideal for someone who enjoys leading a team on the floor and keeping operations running smoothly.
You will be the go-to person for the shift, making sure targets and business goals are met within budget. You will oversee stock accuracy, manage Material Handling Equipment, coordinate loading and offloading of vehicles, and keep docks and freezer equipment in good working order. Leading staff including casual labour, handling shift planning, leave and absenteeism will also be part of your day.
Safety and compliance are key, so you will enforce health and safety procedures strictly and keep communication clear with internal and external clients. If you are hands-on, organised, and ready to drive efficiency, this role is for you.
Note: You will be required to work shifts and rostered weekends.
Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric) with Maths and Science passed
- Relevant NQF Level 5 qualification in Warehouse Management or Supply Chain Management
- At least 5 years warehouse and distribution experience at managerial level
- Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Must be willing to work shifts and rostered weekends
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the warehouse shift to meet operational targets and business objectives within budget
- Take full responsibility for stock control and ensure ongoing stock accuracy and integrity
- Ensure Material Handling Equipment (MHE) is correctly operated, maintained and available
- Oversee the accurate and efficient loading and off-loading of all vehicles
- Ensure docks and freezer equipment, including racks and shuttles, operate effectively and are maintained
- Enforce strict adherence to health, safety and operational procedures
- Manage staff effectively, including leave, absenteeism, shift planning and resource allocation
- Oversee and manage casual labour to meet operational demands
- Maintain effective communication with internal and external clients and stakeholders
- Monitor and control all pallet movements, ensuring accurate tracking and accountability
Job details
- Organisation
- Smith Garb
- Location
- Southern Suburbs, Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Senior (5+ years)
- Education
- Higher certificate
- Salary
- From R40k per month (R480k per year) / monthly
- Category
- Warehousing & Stores
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
If you are applying for this Warehouse Operations Manager role, remember to highlight your hands-on experience with stock control and managing a shift team. The employer is looking for someone who has worked at managerial level for at least five years, so make sure your CV clearly shows your leadership responsibilities and the size of the teams you have managed.
Also note that shift work and rostered weekends are part of this job, so be ready to talk about your flexibility during the interview. Bring along your Matric certificate and your NQF Level 5 qualification documents if you are shortlisted. Good luck!
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