Inbound Supervisor

At our AVI Limited, we believe in collaboration and innovation to drive exceptional results. Our Shared Services departments—spanning IT, Finance, HR, Logistics, Digital, Marketing, and Field Marketing — are essential to the growth of our industry-leading brands. We foster a high-performance culture where teamwork, accountability, and creative problem-solving are celebrated.

At AVI Logistics Support Services Divisions, we ensure our products reach the right place, at the right time, and in perfect condition. We manage the efficient movement of goods across supply chains, covering everything from warehousing to transportation and distribution. With a strong focus on optimisation and sustainability, we play a vital role in delivering value to our customers.

Why Join Our Shared Services Team?

• Drive Growth: Support and contribute to the success of our industry-leading brands.
• Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a team-oriented environment that values accountability and innovation.
• Impact & Growth: Play a key role in our brands' success while advancing your career in a supportive setting.
• Shape the Future: Make a meaningful difference and help us shape the future of our business.

Shape the Future with Us A rewarding opportunity awaits a skilled Inbound Supervisor at our AVI Logistics Support Services Division in Isando. Your role will be responsible for overseeing the accurate, safe, and efficient receiving, verification, and receipting of inbound stock in line with departmental procedures and service level agreements, including but not limited to NBL, Ciro and Indigo stock. The role plays a key part in ensuring operational efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement within the inbound function.

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to: Senior DC Manager
• Direct Reports: 10

Key Areas of Impact:

Inbound Operations & Supervision

• Liaise with factories to plan inbound schedules and prioritize offloading.
• Ensure vehicle turnaround, stock receipting, labeling, and binning within required timelines.
• Enforce SOP, QMS, and Food Safety compliance.
• Maintain SAP data accuracy and resolve variances with Inventory Control.
• Manage pallet movements (CHEP, brown pallets) and inbound stock for all business units.
• Oversee shuttle utilization, daily reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain high housekeeping and SHERQ standards.

Staff Management

• Plan and allocate daily receiving activities.
• Manage timekeeping, attendance, and overtime approvals.
• Coach and develop team members, conduct performance discussions and toolbox talks.
• Handle IR matters, casual labour control, and succession planning.

Equipment & MHE Control

• Ensure daily MHE/scanner checks and compliance with safety standards.
• Log breakdowns, arrange repairs, and track utilization trends.
• Maintain equipment in safe, clean, and operational condition.

Administration & Reporting

• Complete and file all receiving documentation and SAP transactions.
• Approve casual labour costs and manage departmental expenses.
• Compile daily/weekly reports and ensure audit readiness.
• Drive cost savings and maintain effective communication with stakeholders.

What It Takes to Succeed:

Experience that set you up for success:

• Minimum 8 years' experience in a warehousing/receiving environment
• Proven experience supervising a diverse team of at least 10 employees
• Experience in an FMCG warehousing or distribution environment
• Strong working knowledge of SAP WM with the ability to perform all relevant inbound and warehouse transactions confidently and accurately

Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:

• Grade 12 (Matric) essential
• Diploma in Logistics/Warehousing Management or similar essential

Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:

• Warehouse receiving and stock control procedures
• Quality control and food safety standards
• SAP and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
• Occupational Health, Safety and Risk management practices

Take the Next Step with Us

At the heart of our AVI Shared Services Divisions is a commitment to excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Here, you'll have the opportunity to work with talented professionals across multiple disciplines, allowing you to grow professionally. If you are passionate about making an impact, solving complex problems, and collaborating with others to drive excellence, this is the place for you.