Stock Control Team Lead - Night Shift at Shoprite Group of Companies

About the role    

• Join our team as a Stock Control Team Lead - Night Shift in Centurion, Gauteng, specialising in pharmaceutical warehouse operations. This full-time role requires a skilled leader experienced in warehouse management systems (WMS), inventory control, logistics, and supply chain coordination.
• You will spearhead nightly warehouse activities to ensure accurate stock receipt, storage, dispatch, and inventory integrity through cycle counts and variance investigations.
• Proven expertise in driving operational performance, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives is essential. Ideal candidates hold a Grade 12 matric qualification, with advantageous tertiary credentials in Warehousing, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management, and relevant industry training or Inventory Management certification.
• You will lead and develop teams in a fast-paced environment, leveraging Microsoft Office applications for reporting and analysis. This position emphasises operational excellence, risk minimisation, and collaboration with internal stakeholders to enhance service delivery.
• If you have 2-3 years of experience in warehouse, logistics, or distribution and a track record of effective team coordination and stock management, apply now to contribute to an industry-leading organisation committed to innovation and excellence.

What you'll do    

• Lead and coordinate daily warehouse operations to ensure the efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of stock.
• Monitor and drive productivity, service levels, and operational performance against agreed targets.
• Maintain stock accuracy through effective inventory control, cycle counts, and variance management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, operational procedures, and health and safety regulations.
• Manage and develop team members via coaching, training, performance management, and workforce planning.
• Investigate and resolve operational and stock discrepancies to minimise risks and enhance efficiency.
• Ensure accurate completion and maintenance of all operational records, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support service delivery and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

What you bring    

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Warehousing, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field will be advantageous.
• Inventory Management certification and/or relevant industry training will be advantageous.
• Minimum 2-3 years' experience in a warehouse, logistics, or distribution environment.
• Experience leading and coordinating teams in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Proven experience in inventory control, stock management, cycle counts, and variance investigations.
• Working knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) and Microsoft Office applications. 
• Experience in driving operational performance, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives

Closing Date    

• 2026/08/19