Warehouse Manager (JB5766)
Location: Woodmead, Johannesburg
Salary: R40 - 60 000 per month(TCTC)
Employment Type: Permanent
Industry: Logistics

An international logistics operation establishing a new warehouse in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Warehouse Operations Manager to take full ownership of setting up and running the new facility.

This is a key leadership position suited to an individual who thrives in high-growth environments, enjoys building processes from the ground up, and can operate confidently with customers, carriers, and internal stakeholders.

If you have strong warehouse leadership experience, proven knowledge of bond store setup, and excel at driving efficiency and reporting, this role offers a long-term opportunity to step into a critical operational function.

Why this role might be a perfect fit for you:
You want to lead a brand-new warehouse setup from scratch
You enjoy operational control, structure, and continuous improvement
You communicate well with customers and thrive in strategic operations
You want to join an international organisation with growth potential

Required Experience and Skills
5+ years experience in warehouse operations management
Proven ability to set up and run a bonded warehouse (non-negotiable)
Strong leadership background managing warehouse teams
Proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
Excellent reporting and data analysis capability
Solid understanding of health and safety regulations
Ability to work planned and emergency overtime when required
Mandarin is an advantage, but not essential
Logistics/Supply Chain qualification is beneficial

Responsibilities: 
Lead & Develop the Warehouse Team
Manage supervisors, forklift drivers, pickers, packers, and general warehouse staff
Provide ongoing coaching, performance management, and skills development
Foster a positive, productive, and safety-focused work environment

Build & Optimise Warehouse Operations
Set up workflows, SOPs, and processes for a brand-new warehouse
Analyse operational bottlenecks and implement improvements
Ensure seamless inbound, outbound, and storage processes

Bonded Warehouse (SOS & OS) Oversight
Set up and manage a bonded warehouse operation
Navigate SARS requirements, legal compliance, and audit preparation
Maintain full adherence to customs regulations

Inventory & Space Management
Oversee accurate inventory controls, cycle counts, and reconciliations
Balance stock levels while minimising carrying costs
Optimise warehouse layout for capacity and efficiency

Order Fulfilment & Quality
Ensure accurate, timeous order picking, packing, and dispatch
Implement rigorous quality controls to minimise customer complaints

Reporting & Operational Analysis
Produce weekly KPI reports and operational insights
Use data to improve planning, performance, and customer satisfaction

Health, Safety & Compliance
Drive a strong safety culture
Ensure compliance with OHS standards and warehouse safety protocols

Vendor & Carrier Management
Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, carriers, and customers
Serve as the primary point of contact between the client and warehouse operations

Please do not apply using Scanned CVs; no supporting documentation is required at this point. This will be requested later.

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