Dayshift Warehouse Supervisor: Wholesale (UPD Lea Glen) at Clicks Group

Introduction

• We are looking to recruit a permanent Dayshift Warehouse Supervisors for the Wholesale Department to work for United Pharmaceutical Distributors (UPD). The role will be based at the UPD Lea Glen branch and will report to the Department Manager.

Job description

Job Purpose:

• Responsible for the effective and accurate management and control of inventory within the warehouse ensuring good Wholesale & Distribution Practice is applied.

 Job Objectives:

• Adherence to compliance, SOP's and company policies (SHEQ, QA)
• Productivity management - Capacity management, order processing cycle time, manning utilization, unplanned downtime
• Equipment up-time and maintenance - Asset inspections and reports are performed as required
• Reporting on daily performance and Order status
• Daily/Weekly/Monthly management reports
• Attainment of daily operational targets
• Order processing within required turnaround times. (Transfers and sales orders)
• Conduct and supervise cycle counting and bin check process
• Return stock to vendor / claims generated by operations
• Inventory and Receiving departments for both Wholesale and Distribution
• Housekeeping
• Management of quality and output levels
• Performance management of staff, staff training and discipline
• Set targets and deadlines for direct reports
• Assistance of stock counts within PDC Wholesale and Distribution
• Control and resolution of order disputes / claims internally and externally
• Manage staff compliment for overtime when required

Job related knowledge and skills:

• WMS/ERP systems knowledge
• Computer skills on MS Office (Word and Excel)
• Product knowledge
• Financial understanding - budget

 Competencies required:

• Communicate effectively at all levels
• Excellent negotiating skills
• Strong planning and co-coordinating skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to work under pressure / time deadlines
• Honesty and integrity
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work on excel reports and drive efficiencies

Minimum requirements

Experience and Education:•   

• NQF Level 7 (Essential)
• Relevant Tertiary Qualifications (Advantageous)
• 3 - 5 years’ experience in a Pharmaceutical/ Distribution & Wholesale/ FMCG/ Supply Chain & Logistic environment (Advantageous)
• 2 years’ experience in dealing with supplier returns, with keen understanding of supplier policies and also proven experience in the inventory department (Advantageous).
• 1-2 years supervisory/people management experience (Advantageous).
• SAP and KNAPP experience will be advantageous.

Apply by: 17 April 2026