Warehouse Manager - Pietermaritzburg at Accountancy Placements

• Our client is seeking a Warehouse Manager with strong problem-solving skills to join their team.

Responsibilities:
Inventory and Stock Control

• Maintain accurate stock records and ensure inventory data integrity (ERP/WMS)
• Oversee cycle counts and periodic stock takes, investigating and resolving variances
• Manage stock levels to minimise obsolescence, shrinkage, and stockouts
• Ensure correct FIFO/FEFO or applicable stock rotation methods are followed

Receiving and Dispatch

• Oversee goods receiving, verifying quantities and quality against purchase orders and delivery notes
• Manage picking, packing, and dispatching to ensure accurate and on-time deliveries
• Coordinate with procurement, sales, and production to align warehouse activity with demand

Warehouse Operations and Layout

• Optimise warehouse layout and space utilisation for efficient workflow
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and labelling of goods
• Manage material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.) and ensure maintenance schedules are met

Team Leadership

• Supervise, schedule, and develop warehouse staff
• Set performance targets, conduct reviews, and manage discipline in line with company policy and the Labour Relations Act
• Foster a productive, accountable, and safety-conscious team culture

Health, Safety and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993) and internal SHE standards
• Conduct risk assessments, enforce safe working practices, and maintain housekeeping standards
• Ensure equipment operators are licensed and certified

Reporting and Continuous Improvement

• Report on key metrics (accuracy, throughput, on-time dispatch, stock losses)
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce costs and increase efficiency

Requirements

• Grade 12 qualification
• Diploma or degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Warehouse Management (advantageous)
• 5+ years' warehouse experience, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory/management role
• Experience with ERP/WMS systems (e.g. Syspro, SAP)
• Strong inventory and stock control knowledge
• Leadership and people management ability
• Sound knowledge of OHS legislation
• Computer literacy (MS Office, ERP systems)
• Valid forklift license advantageous