Manufacturing

Warehouse Supervisor

Intellistaff Outsourced Services·Primrose, south-africa·Default
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-Closes Dec 2, 2026

Our client is urgently seeking to employ an experienced Warehouse Supervisor/Manager at their organizationOur client is urgently seeking to employ an experienced Warehouse Supervisor/Manager at their organizationLocation: Benoni, GautengJob Description:The Warehouse Supervisor will oversee the daily operations of our warehouse, ensuring the efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of a wide range of products. This role requires strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a team in a fast-paced environment.Requirements:

Matric

Experience in warehouse management.

Must have worked in the foundry/manufacturing industry.

Must have 5+ years of experience as a warehouse supervisor.

Syspro and bar-coding stock system experience a must.

Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.

Must have a valid Forklift licence

Supervise and coordinate the activities of warehouse staff, including training, scheduling, and performance management.

Ensure the accurate and timely receipt, storage, and dispatch of materials and products.

Maintain inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and audits.

Implement and enforce safety procedures and protocols to ensure a safe working environment.

Monitor and manage warehouse equipment and supplies, ensuring they are in good working condition.

Collaborate with other departments, such as production and logistics, to optimize warehouse operations.

Prepare and maintain reports on warehouse performance, including inventory levels, order fulfilment, and staff productivity.

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

Maintain appropriate inventory levels for various items and components.

Report on the aging of stock.

Identify obsolete stock and follow process to dispose of obsolete stock.

Manage the issue of protective clothing.

Contribute to the adoption of new procurement processes.

Manage stores layout and stock layout throughout the foundry.

Monitor internal sock requests and ensure approval is in place.

Inspect goods received and agree quantities to delivery notes, sign for accurate delivery of goods.

Ensure Stores clerks capture data on time and accurately

Ensure that all paperwork is processed timeously and handed over to AP

Conduct weekly stock take on high value material

Investigate and explain stock variances.

Implement controls to manage stock losses.

Organise and manage the year-end stock count.

Present requests to open new stock items.

Report any unethical activities to line manager

Act as a back-up for any of your team members.

Desired Skills:

Syspro

Bar-coding

Warehouse Management

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Company

Intellistaff Outsourced Services

Location

Primrose, south-africa

Employment

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manager

Valid until

December 2, 2026

Created

November 3, 2026

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