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  • Posted: Jan 5, 2026
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • At Kontak Recruitment we offer recruitment services for the Johannesburg and Gauteng Region to employers, assisting with the placement and the full recruitment of personnel on all career levels. Kontak Recruitment is a pastel certified recruiter which manages the entire employment and recruitment service on behalf of clients from job spec writing as well ...
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    Warehouse Manager (JB5766)

     Why this role might be a perfect fit for you:

    You want to lead a brand-new warehouse setup from scratch

    • You enjoy operational control, structure, and continuous improvement
    • You communicate well with customers and thrive in strategic operations
    • You want to join an international organisation with growth potential

    Required Experience and Skills

    • 5+ years experience in warehouse operations management
    • Proven ability to set up and run a bonded warehouse (non-negotiable)
    • Strong leadership background managing warehouse teams
    • Proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
    • Excellent reporting and data analysis capability
    • Solid understanding of health and safety regulations
    • Ability to work planned and emergency overtime when required
    • Mandarin is an advantage, but not essential
    • Logistics/Supply Chain qualification is beneficial

    Responsibilities: 

    • Lead & Develop the Warehouse Team
    • Manage supervisors, forklift drivers, pickers, packers, and general warehouse staff
    • Provide ongoing coaching, performance management, and skills development
    • Foster a positive, productive, and safety-focused work environment


    Build & Optimise Warehouse Operations

    • Set up workflows, SOPs, and processes for a brand-new warehouse
    • Analyse operational bottlenecks and implement improvements
    • Ensure seamless inbound, outbound, and storage processes

    Bonded Warehouse (SOS & OS) Oversight

    • Set up and manage a bonded warehouse operation
    • Navigate SARS requirements, legal compliance, and audit preparation
    • Maintain full adherence to customs regulations


    Inventory & Space Management

    • Oversee accurate inventory controls, cycle counts, and reconciliations
    • Balance stock levels while minimising carrying costs
    • Optimise warehouse layout for capacity and efficiency

    Order Fulfilment & Quality

    • Ensure accurate, timeous order picking, packing, and dispatch
    • Implement rigorous quality controls to minimise customer complaints

    Reporting & Operational Analysis

    • Produce weekly KPI reports and operational insights
    • Use data to improve planning, performance, and customer satisfaction

    Health, Safety & Compliance

    • Drive a strong safety culture
    • Ensure compliance with OHS standards and warehouse safety protocols

    Vendor & Carrier Management

    • Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, carriers, and customers
    • Serve as the primary point of contact between the client and warehouse operation

    Check how your CV aligns with this job

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Kontak Recruitment on kontak.catsone.com to apply

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