Job Description
About the Role
The successful incumbent for this position will be responsible for managing the warehouse department, Receiving department, Reach truck operator, and other areas of the warehouse to ensure efficient operations and high performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for managing the following disciplines in the warehouse department, Receiving department
- Replenishment all areas of the warehouse, ambient as well the fridge area
- Picking departments
- Stock take management
- Overall warehouse housekeeping
- Build and drive a high performing team to contribute to the overall performance
- Design and implement succession plans
- Staff performance evaluation
- Employee development plans
- Manage conflict and discipline required
- Motivate and inspire team
- Keep employees informed through meetings and written communication
- Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with your team
- Responsible for ensuring the company’s system as well as policies and procedures are adhered to
- Responsible for total stock management, including:
- Maintaining proper agreed stock control policies and procedures
- Stock counts and cycle counts
- Stock adjustments and write offs
- Stock rotation
- Stock database
- Identity and report on short, dated stock
- Assure stock in the warehouse is maintained in a safe, clean and orderly condition
- Ensure control systems to safeguard stock is adhered to
- Daily picking of stock
- Meet agreed deadlines for processing of sales orders
- Ensure pick face is fully replenished at the beginning of the pick shift
- Ensure accuracy of stock picking
- Monitor picking efficiencies
- Responsible for the pro-active maintenance management of warehouse equipment, including regular safety inspections
- Provide assistance to risk manager to ensure a secure warehouse environment
- Communicate with colleagues from various departments to resolve customer queries as well as coordinate activities
- Responsible for the relevant Food Safety system as well as the OHS act compliance
- Conduct investigations and disciplinary hearings and attend to CCMA cases
Requirements
- Matric with preferably a qualification in warehouse/operations management
- At least 3-5 years experience in an operation, warehouse environment
- At least 2 years experience in people management
- Knowledge of WMS & SYSPRO
- Computer Literacy, especially Excel
Qualifications
No qualifications mentioned.
Salary & Benefits
Salary information not provided.
How to Apply
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About Other Clearing and Forwarding Jobs in Gauteng
The clearing and forwarding industry in Gauteng, South Africa is a significant sector that involves the transportation and logistics of goods, often involving complex supply chain management. Generally, this field operates within a diverse range of industries, including but not limited to the manufacturing sector, where products are transported from suppliers to customers, and the technology industry, where equipment is shipped internationally.
Typically, salaries for clearing and forwarding professionals in Gauteng fall within broad ranges, often between R400 000 to R800 000 per annum. However, it’s essential to note that actual salaries can vary greatly depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. For instance, a seasoned professional with extensive experience may earn significantly more than someone just starting their career in this field.
Common skills required for clearing and forwarding roles include strong communication and problem-solving abilities, a good understanding of logistics and transportation regulations, and proficiency in shipping software and technology platforms. Typically, candidates with degrees or diplomas in business management, supply chain management, or logistics are well-suited for these types of positions. Often, experience working within the industry is also highly valued by employers.
The clearing and forwarding industry commonly employs professionals from a variety of sectors, including manufacturing, technology, and e-commerce. These roles often involve coordinating international shipments, managing warehouse operations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. In terms of career development, there are opportunities for advancement to management or senior leadership positions within the industry, as well as the chance to specialize in specific areas such as customs brokerage or freight forwarding.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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