Warehouse Supervisor

Decofurn is looking for an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations at our Cape Town DC in Montague Gardens.

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for supervising warehouse floor operations , ensuring the accurate receipt, storage, inventory control and movement of stock while leading a high-performing team. The successful candidate will drive operational efficiency, maintain stock accuracy and ensure the warehouse operates safely and effectively to support business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the warehouse floor and warehouse team
• Oversee the accurate receipt, storage and movement of incoming stock
• Supervise inbound operations and support outbound order fulfilment
• Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle counts, stock takes and variance investigations
• Monitor warehouse productivity, housekeeping and stock integrity
• Lead, coach and develop warehouse staff, supervisors and forklift operators
• Investigate stock discrepancies, damages and operational issues
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health & safety standards and operational procedures
• Coordinate warehouse planning to optimise space utilisation and stock flow
• Utilise warehouse systems, Google Sheets and reporting tools to monitor operational performance and drive continuous improvement

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent
• Relevant diploma or degree in Management and/or Warehouse Operations – Advantageous
• Minimum 3 years' experience supervising or managing warehouse operations
• Proven experience in inventory control, receiving and warehouse floor operations
• Experience working in a high-volume Retail Warehouse or Distribution Centre
• Strong leadership, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Computer literate with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word and Google Sheets
• Sage Pastel experience – Advantageous
• Furniture industry experience – Advantageous

Please note: This role is not suitable for candidates whose experience is limited to administration, transport, dispatch, procurement or manufacturing without direct warehouse operations, inventory control and team leadership responsibility.

If you do not hear back from us within 2 weeks of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.