Warehouse and Distribution Manager - Johannesburg

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in warehouse management, logistics, and people management, with a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Manage warehouse operations, ensuring a clean, organized environment and maintaining inventory levels.
• Oversee the receiving, storage, and distribution of goods, including stock counts, cycle counts, and inventory management.
• Optimize transport management, including fleet utilization, delivery scheduling, and cost control.
• Ensure on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery targets are met, maintaining service levels at 99%.
• Monitor fleet fuel usage, maintenance, and regulatory compliance for transport operations.
• Collaborate with sales and supply chain teams to align inventory and customer needs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in warehouse processes, logistics, and safety compliance.
• Lead regional and national supply chain projects to enhance operational efficiency.
• Oversee accurate record-keeping, reporting, and documentation for all warehouse and distribution activities.
• Manage and develop the warehouse team, providing training, motivation, and performance evaluations.
• Maintain compliance with safety, health, environment, and quality (SHERQ) standards.
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets, ensuring expenses align with financial targets.

Key Skills:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency in SAP, Syspro, ClickView, Eco Time, VIP, and advanced Excel.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities in a high-pressure environment.
• In-depth knowledge of logistics, supply chain, and inventory management.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards in task completion.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in warehouse management and distribution within a large organization.
• Experience in fleet management and third-party transport provider management.
• Budget management experience and knowledge of process design and supply chain optimization.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 with Maths and Accountancy as passed subjects.
• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain or Logistics.