Logistics Warehouse Foreman

2 weeks ago


Silverton, South Africa Career Crew (Pty) Ltd Full time

Our client in Silverton Pretoria is looking to employ a professional - Warehouse Foreman

You must be reliable, Honest, Trust worthy and able to start immediately. You must have your own transport
- Live in Pretoria and surrounds. Have a minimum of 4 years experience as a warehouse foreman. Provide proven track record required.

**Objectives of this role**
- Ensure that the warehouse operates at peak efficiency — with customer satisfaction the primary goal — by supervising, organizing, and training warehouse employees and establishing, monitoring, and managing operational goals
- Develop warehouse operations systems by determining product handling and storage requirements, equipment utilization, inventory, gate processes, and shipping methods
- Train and manage the warehouse team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach short
- and long-term performance goals
- Oversee daily operations while controlling and managing inventory and logistics
- Review and prepare workflows, staffing requirements, space allocations, equipment layouts, and action plans that meet company standards for productivity, quality, and customer service
- Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing and enforcing standards and procedures and by complying with legal regulations

**Responsibilities**
- Supervise daily warehouse activities, including quality assurance, inventory control, space management, logistics, floor productivity, shipping, and customer service
- Schedule and oversee warehouse team, and manage the flow and quality of work to maximize efficiency and minimize overtime
- Inspect equipment, tools, and machinery regularly, and oversee general maintenance when necessary
- Meet regularly with warehouse leads to analyze productivity and develop actionable plans for loss prevention
- Oversee and manage logistics for transporting products to customers and company facilities, communicating with drivers and air partners to ensure efficient delivery of packages

**Required skills and qualifications**
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Three or more years of experience in a warehouse role managing hourly employees
- Proficiency with warehouse procedures and policies
- Excellent problem-solving skills and leadership qualities
- Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of company staff
- Ability to deliver effective feedback, both written and verbal

**Preferred skills and qualifications**
- Associate’s degree (or equivalent) in logistics or supply chain management
- Proficiency with SCM+ for warehouses
- License to operate a forklift
- Ability to communicate in more than one language

Application Question(s):

- Do you have 3-4 years Warehouse management experience?