Pietermaritzburg: Warehouse Manager posted by Riseup Management

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Warehouse Manager to oversee and manage daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient and effective supply chain management. The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and a proven track record of driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage daily warehouse operations, including receiving, put-away, picking, packing and dispatch functions
• Optimise warehouse layout, storage systems and space utilisation (bulk storage, shelving, picking zones)
• Implement and manage Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), including barcoding and stock tracking
• Ensure accurate inventory control through cycle counts, stock audits, and system reconciliations
• Plan and coordinate region-based picking schedules to ensure timely dispatch of goods
• Manage dispatch operations, including coordination of cross-border shipments
• Liaise with logistics/shipping teams to provide accurate weight and volume data
• Supervise, train, and mentor warehouse staff to ensure productivity and operational efficiency
• Monitor and report on warehouse KPIs, identifying areas for improvement
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workflow and operational performance
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards and company policies
• Collaborate with management on warehouse scalability and integration with manufacturing processes.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Warehouse Management role
• Experience within distribution, hardware, or FMCG environments
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• Experience with multi-unit inventory management (units, cartons, pallets, etc.)
• Proven leadership experience managing warehouse teams in a fast-paced environment.

Advantageous

• Experience with ERP systems and reporting tools
• Knowledge of cross-border logistics (Namibia, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho)
• Exposure to manufacturing or production environments
• Understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
• Strong process improvement and systems optimisation mindset.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

Key Competencies

• Leadership and team management
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong planning and organisational ability
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• High level of accountability and ownership
• Adaptability to systems and operational changes.

Salary & Benefits

Market-related salary. Opportunity for growth within a dynamic manufacturing and distribution environment.