Supply Chain Shift Supervisor

apartmentThe Legends Agency placeJohannesburg calendar_month 
Supply Chain Shift Supervisor
Join a leading automotive battery manufacturer driving operational excellence across South Africa.

Elandsfontein, Johannesburg | R411K CTC

About Our Client

Our client is a trusted leader in the automotive manufacturing industry, known for producing premium-quality battery solutions. With a strong focus on innovation, reliability, and customer satisfaction, they continue to set benchmarks for supply chain efficiency and product excellence.

The company offers a dynamic environment where safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement are at the forefront of daily operations.

The Role: Supply Chain Shift Supervisor

The Supply Chain Shift Supervisor is responsible for managing and coordinating end-to-end warehouse and transport operations during designated shifts. This includes overseeing inventory control, dispatch, returns, and staff performance to ensure targets are achieved safely and efficiently.

The role plays a key part in maintaining operational flow, enforcing compliance standards, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

Key Responsibilities
  • Supervise daily shift activities including receiving, storage, picking, packing, dispatch, and returns.
  • Allocate manpower, plan workloads, and manage attendance to meet operational targets.
  • Conduct daily checks on product presentation, voltage, and warehouse standards.
  • Perform and verify daily cycle counts, stock takes, and SAP updates.
  • Ensure dispatch and deliveries are completed according to schedules and documentation.
  • Lead, coach, and develop team members to enhance performance and compliance.
  • Maintain accurate and timely shift reports, KPI tracking, and performance summaries.
  • Oversee compliance with safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Enforce adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and company policies.
About You
  • Certificate in Logistics, Warehousing, or Supply Chain Management (NQF 5 minimum; Diploma preferred).
  • Minimum of 3 years experience in a warehouse or supply chain supervisory role.
  • Strong understanding of SAP, WMS, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Proven ability to manage shift operations and lead diverse teams effectively.
  • Skilled in inventory control, workflow planning, and performance monitoring.
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
  • Resilient, proactive, and capable of maintaining focus under pressure.
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