Job Description
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR
Supply Chain
Accountable for maintaining quality, standards, service and desired outputs within inter-related functional areas of responsibility. May be responsible for ensuring the adherence of others to a set framework of policies and procedures. This role will work with various concrete variables, requiring an understanding of the theory or practices underpinning inter-related functional processes within a multi-procedural environment.
Job Purpose
The purpose of this role is to execute on specific primary and secondary distribution tasks within the warehouse environment. The role will be responsible to lead and monitor compliance with standard operational policies and procedures to contribute towards improved stock control.
Key Accountabilities and Outputs
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelors Degree (3 years) / NQF level 7 (Essential)
- Upto 6 years experience (Operational Execution)
- MS Excel; MS Word; SAP; E Mail; MS PowerPoint
Key Qualities
Communication
- Communication around escalated or difficult queries with customers or clients
Problem Solving
- Proactive identification of functional problems that do not have predetermined guidelines, routines or procedures for solution, determine cause and impact, and choose the best alternative to solve the problem based on previous experience and an understanding of the theory or practices underpinning the problem.
Relationships Maintained
- Others in own work area
Behavioural Competencies
Conflict Management
- Ability to openly addresses conflicts as they arise to ensure maintenance of strong relationships
- Considers relevant information when resolving conflict.
- Demonstrates an understanding of all parties view-points.
- Takes a calm and objective approach when resolving conflict.
- Proposes suggestions which promote resolution to conflicts.
Planning and Organising
- Manages time effectively, ensuring effective completion of tasks under stressful deadlines.
- Able to prioritise activities and resources, ensuring that results are achieved effectively.
- Able to evaluate progress and make appropriate adjustments to initial plans, ensuring a successful outcome.
Leadership
- Able to communicate and gain team commitment to a vision of what is to be achieved.
- Delegates fully and creates opportunities which help others to develop their potential.
- Identifies inequalities of opportunity within the workplace and takes steps to address them.
- Inspires and empowers others to overcome difficulties and achieve goals.
- Nurtures strong team identity and pride.
Verbal Communication
- Able to communicate verbally in a logical manner.
- Takes the intended audience into account when communicating verbal information.
- Makes use of appropriate business language in verbal communication.
- Includes all relevant information in verbal arguments.
- Demonstrates proficiency of language in verbal communication.
- Interprets complex information to expresses own viewpoint in verbal communication.
- Concludes verbal arguments by making reference to relevant facts
Continuous Improvement
- Increases performance expectations when success has been achieved
- Seeks out sources of information, including trade associations, “best practice” companies, customers, peers, subordinates, etc.
- Finds ways to fast-adapt improvement ideas to work processes
- Proactively seeks out resources, alliances, etc., needed to quickly introduce improvements
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About FMCG Retail Jobs in South Africa
The FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) retail sector in South Africa is a dynamic and competitive industry, typically experiencing steady growth due to the country’s large and diverse consumer market. Generally, this sector is known for its fast-paced and evolving landscape, with new trends and technologies emerging regularly. As such, professionals working in FMCG retail must be adaptable and able to navigate changing consumer behaviours and market conditions.
In terms of compensation, salaries for FMCG retail positions can vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Typically, entry-level roles may fall within a salary range of R200 000 – R400 000 per annum, with senior or specialized roles potentially exceeding R600 000 – R1 000 000 per annum. However, it is essential to note that actual salaries can differ significantly depending on individual circumstances and specific job requirements.
Common skills for FMCG retail professionals include strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities. Typically, professionals in this sector also possess analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in data analysis and market research being highly valued. Other essential skills may include supply chain management, logistics expertise, and knowledge of consumer behaviour and market trends. In addition, strong business acumen, both strategic and operational, is often required.
FMCG retail positions can be found across various industry sectors, including financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and more. Often, companies in these sectors value professionals with a broad understanding of the FMCG landscape and the ability to drive sales growth, manage supply chains, and develop effective marketing strategies.
Career development opportunities for FMCG retail professionals are common, with many individuals progressing to senior roles such as category manager, operations manager, or even general manager. Typically, promotions are based on performance, and a strong track record of delivering results is essential for career advancement in this field.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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