Warehouse Manager

Reference: 11325 MB
Consultant: Marié Bosman

Job Description:

  • Manage all cold store operations, including receiving, put-away, picking and dispatch of chilled and frozen products.
  • Maintain accurate stock control, including FIFO/FEFO rotation, stock takes and system reconciliations.
  • Monitor cold room capacity, product storage and organisation to minimise waste and damage.
  • Ensure cold rooms and freezers remain within required temperature ranges and maintain accurate temperature and audit records.
  • Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, PPE and company SOPs.
  • Lead, schedule and manage cold store staff, forklift drivers and loaders.
  • Train staff on safe product handling, hygiene and equipment use, while managing attendance, performance and leave.
  • Liaise with dispatch, production, telesales and QA teams to ensure efficient daily operations.
  • Monitor and report on stock variances, damages and productivity.
  • Coordinate packaging, racking and equipment maintenance requirements.
  • Assist with load planning to maximise truck space and meet dispatch deadlines.

Qualifications:

  • Matric.
  • Meat-Matrix experience is essential.
  • Diploma or certificate in Cold Chain Management, Logistics or Food Safety will be advantageous.
  • 3–5 years’ experience as a Cold Store Supervisor or Manager in an FMCG or meat facility.
  • Proven experience with forklifts, pallet jacks, Meat-Matrix and/or OMS systems.
  • Knowledge of HACCP, cold chain processes and meat handling.
  • Strong stock control and administrative skills.
  • Good leadership and people management abilities.
  • Computer literate, including Excel and OMS systems.
  • Ability to work in cold environments and overtime when required.
  • Strong attention to detail, discipline and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work under pressure.
  • Team player with a hands-on, deadline-driven approach.

How to Apply:

  • Email your comprehensive CV to exceedhr@exceed.co.za.
  • If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
  • We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
  • Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.