322 Warehouse Manager jobs in South Africa

Role Overview

The Warehouse Manager is responsible for the efficient, safe, and compliant management of all warehouse and logistics operations in Cape Town. This includes overseeing inbound and outbound logistics, supervising staff, coordinating with showrooms and other departments, and driving continuous improvement in operational effectiveness, space utilization, cost control, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Management

• Ensure accurate stock integrity at all times, through ensuring receiving and despatching and procedures are implemented and adhered to.
• Implement inventory control systems and conduct regular cycle counts and quarterly stock takes.
• Investigate and resolve variances timeously.
• Ensure all transfers are completed on the system.
• Monitor and maintain accurate stock levels to prevent overstocking or stockouts.
• Identify and address local and international supplier stock issues.
• Track and resolve pick slip discrepancies.
• Keep inventory systems up to date and plan for future capacity requirements.
• Monitor ETA and coordinate arrival of containers at Cape Town harbour.
• Liaise with freight forwarders, customs agents, and head office for clearance.
• Prepare warehouse space in advance for container receipt and destuffing.
• Supervise unloading, inspection, and packing away of goods, updating stock records accordingly.
• Oversee the timely and accurate picking, packing, and shipping of orders.
• Coordinate delivery routes and booking with clients.
• Facilitate the domestic distribution process and ensure client requirements are met professionally.
• Optimize delivery vehicle scheduling and route planning, including 3PL management.
• Troubleshoot and resolve delivery issues before, during, and after shipment.

Operational Excellence & Process Improvement

• Ensure service excellence is upheld through white glove delivery, with a continuous focus on last-mile improvement.
• Continuously assess warehouse workflows and implement process improvements.
• Promote cost-saving measures while maintaining service quality and safety standards.
• Develop and enforce SOPs for warehouse and logistics operations.
• Create and update systems to track KPIs such as inventory accuracy, order turnaround, and staff productivity.
• Lead logistics and warehousing special projects (e.g., showroom setups, event logistics).

Reporting & Administration

• Produce regular reports on inventory turnover, fulfillable/unfulfillable orders, and replenishment needs.
• Manage actual vs budgets for packaging, logistics, and maintenance.
• Analyse operational data to inform strategic decisions and improve performance.
• Address stock requirements between Cape Town and Johannesburg warehouses.
• Manage and support warehouse and delivery personnel.
• Delegate daily responsibilities, monitor and track completion of duties and conduct disciplinary action as needed.
• Encourage high-performance culture, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement.
• Identify training needs (e.g., fire safety, first aid) and career development opportunities.
• Foster open communication, motivation, and teamwork.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• OSHA Management, act as SHE REP.
• Ensure health and safety compliance in the warehouse.
• Ensure cleanliness and housekeeping across warehouse and head office areas.
• Oversee maintenance of all warehouse equipment, including vehicles and trolleys.
• Provide warehouse safety leadership and schedule safety training sessions.

Showroom & Group Coordination

• Liaise continuously with showrooms to ensure accurate stock transfers.
• Investigate showroom inventory discrepancies and process transfer notes in ERP systems.
• Manage packaging materials, invoice showroom orders, and process credit notes.
• Coordinate operational logistics for both head office and distribution centres.
• Manage showroom fulfilment sales reports
• Manage ticket system, and manage scheduling of deliveries for showrooms
• Manage quotations for 3 rd party logistic for showrooms.

Cross-Functional Communication

• Act as a key point of contact between showrooms and warehouse operations and departments like, marketing, procurement, and production, web-shop.
• Promote transparency, accountability, and solutions-oriented thinking across teams.
• Communicate with relevant stakeholders with regards to product or supplier issue feedback.

Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of warehouse or logistics management experience.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in inventory systems, office suites like excel and word, outlook, Microsoft teams.
• Excellent communication across all levels of an organization.
• Experience with container management and port operations is an advantage.
• Health and safety knowledge, including regulatory compliance.

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A leading transport company situated in Gauteng is urgently seeking the expertise of an experienced Warehouse Manager to join their team.

The successful incumbent for this position will be responsible for:

• Stock takes/cycle counts
• Staff Management/HR/IR/EE/SD
• Budgets/financial controls/PnLs/creditors
• Daily route planning - efficiencies and cost control

Key requirements:

• Related tertiary qualifications advantageous
• 5 years of warehouse/supply chain management/reverse logistics/risk control experience in a similar or related environment.
• Must have experience working on warehouse management systems
• Freightware/Dovetail/Ceres experience a significant advantage
• Knowledge of MS Office suite
• Building Interpersonal relationships
• Financial Acumen & Cost Control
• Action Orientated
• Conflict resolution
• Communication skills

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or emailing your CV to

You are welcome to contact Rebecca or Nehelene at .

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position.
Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We have an opportunity available in Johannesburg for a Warehouse Manager who will be

mainly responsible for the overall operation and management of the warehouse department, ensuring efficient and orderly storage and circulation of goods.

Candidates are expected to be able to perform the following: Overall warehouse operation: be responsible for the daily management of the warehouse, including but not limited to the warehousing, storage, inventory, and outbound of goods, ensure smooth operation process, complete various work tasks on time, and ensure efficient and accurate storage and circulation of goods.

Inventory management and optimization: monitor inventory levels in real time, conduct inventory analysis based on sales data, procurement plans, etc., and plan cargo positions reasonably.

Team management and development: establish, train and manage the warehouse team, clarify the job responsibilities of each position, formulate and implement the performance appraisal system, motivate employees to improve work efficiency and quality, regularly carry out team building activities, enhance team cohesion, cultivate and select outstanding talents, and reserve strength for the company’s development.

Process optimization and system construction: continuously optimize the warehouse operation process, introduce advanced management concepts and technical means (such as WMS system), and improve the automation and information level of warehouse operations; formulate and improve warehouse management systems, operating specifications and work standards to ensure that all work has rules to follow and meets the company’s management requirements and industry standards.

Safety and quality control: Establish and implement warehouse safety management system, strengthen safety training for employees, conduct regular safety inspections and hidden danger inspections, ensure that warehouse fire prevention, anti-theft, moisture prevention and other safety measures are in place; strictly control the quality of goods storage, prevent goods from being damaged and deteriorating, and promptly handle and feedback quality problems to relevant departments.

Cross-departmental communication and collaboration: Maintain close communication with procurement, sales, logistics and other departments, obtain business demand information in a timely manner, coordinate and solve problems in the receipt, delivery and distribution of goods, ensure smooth coordination of upstream and downstream supply chains, and provide strong support for the company’s business development.

Data analysis and reporting: Regularly collect, organize and analyze warehouse-related data, such as inventory turnover rate, in-and-out warehouse accuracy, warehouse cost, etc., form reports and analysis reports, provide data basis for the company’s management decision-making, put forward reasonable suggestions, and promote the improvement of the company’s warehouse management level.

Candidates need to have at least a college degree or above, majors in logistics management, warehousing management, supply chain management, etc. are preferred. More than 5 years of experience in warehousing management, experience in large warehouse management or warehousing management in mining companies, logistics companies and other industries is preferred.

Basic salary of between R 3000.00 to R 6000.00 on offer and negotiable with benefits to be discussed.

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The role :

Managing between 10 to 15 staff

Responsible for the efficient and effective warehousing and distribution functions relating to incoming and outgoing products and stock.

Management control of goods received, accurate stock keeping and taking, correct systems documentation flow.

Management of between 4000 to 6000 line items

Prompt delivery schedules and routines.

Well maintained warehouse facility

Motivation and managing staff productivity.

Experience with Health and safety as the 16.2 appointee.

Qualifications and Knowledge :

Must have a Matric

MS Office literate advanced very important

Tertiary qualification in Warehousing / Logistics / Supply chain management is a prerequisite

Sound knowledge of stock control and inventory management

Knowledge of OHS Act and audits

Knowledge of budget planning

Process and workflow operational knowledge

ERP proficiency (Microsoft Navision preferential)

Microsoft Excel proficiency - Advanced

Attributes :

Strong Leadership skills - Strong organizational skills Reliable - Punctual

Well presented - Well spoken

Own vehicle and valid drivers license

No Office Automation experience required.

Experience sought :

Proven track record in a similar senior Warehouse position (minimum 5 years)

Previous Managerial experience managing a team

Sound industrial relations experience

We’re on the hunt for a Warehouse Manager whose part strategist, part stock whisperer, and fully committed to keeping our warehouse humming and our products flowing.

What’s the Gig?

You’ll oversee receiving, storing, and distributing products like a logistics ninja—swift, precise, and always a step ahead. From monitoring stock accuracy to ensuring trucks roll out on time, you’ll be the person who makes “on-time, in full” a daily reality.

Your Day-to-Day Missions (aka KPAs) :

• Oversee all warehouse operations : receiving, space allocation, stock storage, and distribution.
• Plan and execute daily and weekly distribution loads in line with demand planning and customer schedules.
• Ensure strict compliance with FIFO disciplines, export regulations, and country-specific load requirements.
• Conduct stock counts, cycle counts, and address discrepancies through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Implement strong stock control procedures to reduce waste, overages, and stock aging issues.
• Enforce and monitor adherence to Food Safety (FSSC 22000) and Occupational Health & Safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, pest-free warehouse with high standards of hygiene and order.
• Lead and manage a team of supervisors and operators, including training, mentoring, and performance management.
• Conduct ERP stock movement tracking, ensuring full traceability and system accuracy.
• Compile and present daily / weekly / monthly warehouse KPIs and operational performance reports.
• Investigate late deliveries, over / underloads, and collaborate with relevant departments to resolve.
• Act as the point of escalation for quality or stock issues, engaging with procurement, quality, and production teams.
• Identify and implement process improvement initiatives to drive warehouse efficiency and reduce operational risk.
• Ensure effective use of storage space, especially in high-traffic and seasonal peak periods.
• Support audits, ensure warehouse documentation is up to date, and provide traceable records of stock movement.
• Participate in staff selection, onboarding, and compliance training programs.

Why Montego?

We’re Africa’s leading pet nutrition brand, rapidly expanding into international markets. Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and market leadership in the pet care industry.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Take full responsibility in maintaining of the stock control in the warehouse.
• To oversee, manage and motivate the warehouse staff with their respective duties.
• To liaise with courier companies regarding the timeous collection of parcels.
• Implementation of effective logistical processes.
• Manage the Micro Assembly team to ensure effective and productive production.
• Ensure all health and safety standards are in place and proper housekeeping is maintained.
• Ensure vehicle fleet is managed up to standard

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• A formal tertiary logistics / warehousing qualification.
• Proven track record of managing a staff complement of 20 or more staff members.
• Valid driver’s licence
• At least 3 years’ experience in the Agricultural Mechanization Industry will be an advantage.
• At least 3 years’ warehousing experience and warehouse management systems.
• Be computer literate in MS Office, email and Syspro.
• A technical background preferably on Agricultural machinery and Spares.
• An aptitude towards customer liaison and problem solving.
• Organizational skills and the ability to motivate a team.
• Self-discipline to work without supervision.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.

SUMMARY :

Warehouse Manager - Pharmaceutical

POSITION INFO :

Overview : Oversees the storage, inventory, and distribution of pharmaceutical products, ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, and dispatching pharmaceutical products.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and conduct regular stock audits.
• Implement and monitor safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
• Coordinate with supply chain and logistics teams to optimize distribution processes.

Qualifications :

Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies.

Valeo Thermal Commercial Vehicles South Africa (Valeo) is looking for a dynamic and results-driven transport equipment refrigeration - Warehouse Manager to be based in our Johannesburg site.

The candidate must meet the following criteria :

As a Warehouse Manager, you will manage warehouse operations, optimize space utilization, and ensure the timely receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods. Your role involves leading a team of warehouse staff, implementing best practices, and maintaining a safe and organized working environment

The successful candidate will be responsible for the full warehouse operations which includes two sites in Linbro Park.

In addition to the warehouse function, the candidate must also be responsible for both the incoming and outgoing logistics functions via our approved courier and freight forwarding networks

The warehouse function includes the receiving of incoming goods, issuing to production and the performance of monthly cycle counts. A primary responsibility is also the control and planning of the annual stock count.

The candidate will work closely with the purchasing team to ensure orders are placed timeously and to ensure shortages are eliminated.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement warehouse policies, procedures, and operational guidelines to ensure efficient and safe warehouse operations, compliance with regulations, and customer satisfaction.

Plan and coordinate the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods, materials, and products, optimizing warehouse layout, storage systems, and workflow to maximize space utilization and productivity.

Supervise warehouse staff, including warehouse supervisors, forklift operators, pickers, and packers, providing leadership, direction, and training to ensure performance and productivity.

Monitor inventory levels, stock movements, and replenishment activities, conducting regular cycle counts, audits, and inventory checks to maintain accurate inventory records and prevent stockouts or overstocking.

Implement inventory management techniques, such as ABC analysis, FIFO / LIFO, and batch tracking, to prioritize inventory, minimize carrying costs, and optimize stock levels based on demand forecasts and sales trends.

Ensure compliance with safety regulations, security protocols, and workplace health standards, conducting regular safety inspections, training sessions, and emergency drills to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Coordinate with suppliers, vendors, and carriers to schedule inbound and outbound shipments, track delivery schedules, and resolve logistics issues to ensure timely and cost-effective transportation of goods.

Utilize computerised system (SAGE) to manage inventory, track shipments, generate reports, and analyze warehouse performance metrics, such as order fill rates, cycle times, and accuracy.

Optimize picking, packing, and shipping processes, implementing lean principles, automation, and technology solutions (e.g., barcode scanning, RFID) to improve efficiency, accuracy, and order fulfillment speed.

Collaborate with other departments, such as procurement, sales, and production, to coordinate inventory planning, order processing, and customer delivery requirements, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Resolve inquiries, complaints, or issues related to warehouse operations, delivery delays, or damaged goods, ensuring prompt resolution and customer satisfaction.

Conduct performance evaluations and KPI tracking for warehouse staff, measuring key metrics such as productivity, accuracy, safety, and on-time delivery, and providing feedback and coaching for improvement.

Manage facility maintenance, repairs, and housekeeping activities, ensuring cleanliness, orderliness, and compliance with environmental regulations and industry standards.

Develop contingency plans and risk mitigation strategies for emergencies, disasters, or disruptions to warehouse operations, such as power outages, equipment failures, or supply chain disruptions.

Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in warehouse management, participating in training programs, seminars, and professional development activities.

Requirements and Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field;

Proven experience in warehouse management, distribution, or logistics operations, with a track record of managing large-scale warehouses or distribution centres.

Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management principles, logistics processes, and supply chain best practices, with experience in implementing warehouse management systems (WMS).

Familiarity with safety regulations, security protocols, and workplace health standards governing warehouse operations, including OSHA.

Leadership and team management skills, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop warehouse staff, fostering teamwork, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships, negotiate with stakeholders, and communicate effectively with internal and external partners.

Analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to analyse data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to optimize warehouse operations and solve complex logistics challenges.

Proficiency in using warehouse management systems (WMS), inventory control software, and Microsoft Office applications for data analysis, reporting, and communication.

Project management skills, with the ability to plan, organize, and execute warehouse improvement projects, process enhancements, and technology implementations within scope, budget, and timeline constraints.

Adaptability and flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and adapting to changing business needs and market conditions.

Required Skills : Warehouse management

Inventory management

Logistics coordination

Team leadership

Problem-solving abilities

Analytical skills

Safety management

Project management

SAGE Accounting system experience is preferred

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Warehouse Manager within a leading FMCG Food Manufacturing company located in Vereeniging.

Requirements:

1. Diploma / Degree in Supply Chain Management / Logistics
2. Minimum of 5 years’ of FMCG Warehouse Management Experience
3. Minimum of 7 years’ continuous operations management experience is required
4. Knowledge of Lean Green Belt is essential

Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.