Junior Warehouse Manager - Pietermaritzburg

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Junior Warehouse Manager based in Pietermaritzburg, advertised by Accountancy Placements on behalf of their client in the agriculture sector. The position involves overseeing daily warehouse and operational functions, requiring a hands-on individual with strong organisational and problem-solving skills. **What you will do** * Supervise warehouse and operational staff, including allocating duties, monitoring performance, attendance, and managing seasonal/temporary staffing requirements * Oversee the daily running of the warehouse, including receiving, checking, storing, picking, packing, and dispatching stock * Maintain accurate stock control and conduct regular stock counts, investigating and resolving discrepancies * Process customer orders accurately and coordinate weekly deliveries, ensuring orders are dispatched on time * Operate and oversee forklift activities, including loading, unloading, daily checks, and maintenance requirements * Coordinate vehicle, workshop, building, equipment, and general maintenance, including liaising with suppliers and service providers * Manage the purchasing of operational supplies, including obtaining quotations and placing orders * Ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety requirements and maintain a safe, clean, and well-organised working environment * Maintain accurate records relating to stock, staff, orders, deliveries, vehicles, and maintenance * Assist with the opening and closing of the premises and oversee general operational requirements * Identify operational issues and take appropriate action to resolve them, escalating where necessary **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Previous experience in warehouse, logistics, or operations management * Proven experience supervising and managing staff * Strong stock control, order processing, and delivery coordination experience * Valid driver’s licence * Forklift licence/certificate and practical forklift experience would be advantageous * Experience with vehicle, equipment, and general maintenance * Good computer and administrative skills * Strong organisational and communication skills **Who should apply** Candidates for this role should be hands-on Junior Warehouse Managers with strong organisational and problem-solving skills. They must have previous experience in warehouse, logistics, or operations management, and proven experience supervising and managing staff. Essential skills include strong stock control, order processing, and delivery coordination experience, a valid driver’s licence, experience with vehicle, equipment, and general maintenance, good computer and administrative skills, and strong organisational and communication skills. A forklift licence/certificate and practical forklift experience are considered advantageous. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/junior-warehouse-manager-pietermaritzburg-accountancy-placements Source: myjobmag

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• Forklift operation
• Driver's licence

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