Warehouse Supervisor

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Warehouse Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of our warehouse and dispatch function. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the storage, handling, inventory control, and distribution of polycarbonate and metal roof sheeting products and coils ensuring efficient operations, accurate stock control, and excellent customer service.

This role requires a proactive leader who can supervise warehouse staff, maintain high safety standards, and ensure customer orders are prepared and dispatched accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch.
• Manage inventory levels and ensure accurate stock control through regular cycle counts and stocktakes.
• Oversee the safe handling and storage of polycarbonate sheets, metal roof sheets, flashings, and related roofing products.
• Ensure customer orders are accurately prepared and dispatched according to delivery schedules.
• Lead, train, and supervise warehouse staff to achieve operational targets and maintain productivity.
• Monitor loading and offloading activities to ensure product quality and minimize damage.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Enforce health and safety procedures and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies and operational issues.
• Coordinate with sales, procurement, production, and transport teams to ensure smooth workflow and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor warehouse equipment and arrange maintenance when required.
• Prepare and submit warehouse reports, stock reports, and operational updates to management.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• Minimum 3–5 years' experience in a warehouse supervisory role.
• Experience within the roofing, steel, building materials, manufacturing, or construction industry will be highly advantageous.
• Strong inventory management and stock control experience.
• Experience supervising and managing warehouse staff.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel and inventory management systems.
• Valid driver's licence.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent planning, organization, and time management abilities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
• Customer-focused approach with a strong sense of accountability.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• George, Western Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What is your expected monthly salary should you be successful?
• What would your notice period be?
• What is the reason you are looking for other work opportunities?
• Do you have a criminal record?
• If successful, reference and criminal checks will be done, do you have any concerns?
• Are you under debt review or have any defaulted accounts?
• What is your availability to conduct an interview?
• Have you ever been dismissed from a role - if yes please elaborate?

Education:

• High School (matric) (Required)

Experience:

• Inventory management: 2 years (Preferred)
• Warehouse Management: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• drivers licence (Preferred)

Work Location: In person