Warehouse Manager

**Responsibilities**:
**1. Warehouse Operations & Oversight**
- Oversee daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, distribution, labelling, waxing, and reworks.
- Use systems like Carton Cloud, Jotform, and Excel to manage and track workflows, stock movement, and documentation.
- Organize and implement operational policies and procedures to enhance productivity and efficiency.
- Ensure the safe use of warehouse equipment and enforce strict safety and security protocols across facilities.
- Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment through scheduled cleaning and hygiene oversight.
- Monitor and report on warehouse capacity, layout planning, and efficiency—including monthly capacity reports.

**2. Receiving & Stock Management**
- Coordinate the receiving process, including space planning, verifying receipts, timely put-away, and communication with forklift drivers and receiving teams.
- Oversee stock movements, replenishments, and stock allocations for production or storage.
- Plan, schedule, and execute regular stock takes; perform second counts, investigate discrepancies, and ensure accurate barcode corrections.

**3. Sales Order & Dispatch Management**
- Manage the end-to-end process of sales orders (SOs): receive, review, assign to teams, ensure accurate packing, perform quality checks, and dispatch orders.
- Monitor pick rate and report completion efficiency to the Operations Manager.
- Compile and review documentation for billing purposes related to sales orders, labelling, reworks, and waxing.
- Support transport arrangements and monitor the condition and live tracking of the distribution vehicle.

**4. Labelling, Waxing & Reworks**
- Schedule and oversee all labelling, waxing, and rework operations.
- Ensure all materials and dry goods are available, instruct teams accordingly, and oversee the execution.
- Create and share sample visuals with the Operations Manager for consistency.
- Compile reports and review documentation for billing related to these operations.

**5. Export Coordination & Compliance**
- Coordinate export processes: assign packing, ensure seal codes and alcohol percentages are correctly recorded, and submit export billing documentation upon dispatch.
- Liaise with freight forwarders and clients and generate all export-related documentation.
- Arrange transport for exports and monitor logistics where required.

**6. SAWIS Compliance**
- Maintain records of unlabelled wine (e.g., pink cards) as per SAWIS requirements.
- Submit required documentation for wine movement, certification, and labelling (BG 5, BG 9, BG 11).
- Coordinate sensorial renewals and additional testing submissions.
- Communicate with SAWIS inspectors to ensure regulatory compliance.

**7. Staff & Administrative Management**
- Assign team responsibilities, schedule shifts, and ensure optimal workflow.
- Motivate, train, and discipline warehouse staff to achieve operational goals.
- Manage casual workers as needed, facilitate staff onboarding and training, and handle disciplinary actions.
- Track and issue PPE, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Compile and submit incident reports in a timely and accurate manner.

**Requirements**:

- Proven experience as a Warehouse Manager or similar role in logistics and supply chain management.
- Strong knowledge of warehouse operations and management practices.
- Familiarity with inventory management and logistics software
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
- Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Knowledge of safety and security protocols in warehouse environments.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven team leadership

**Benefits**:

- Gross salary - between R18 000 - R25 000 per month depending on experience.
- Opportunities for career growth and development in a dynamic work environment.
- Joining a supportive team committed to excellence in warehouse operations.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: R18 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2022/03/10
Expected Start Date: 2025/07/01