Our client is looking for an experienced Receiving & Raw Materials Warehouse Supervisor to lead the receiving, storage, inventory control and issuing of raw materials in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate receipt of daily deliveries from suppliers and off-site warehouses, maintaining inventory integrity, supporting production requirements, and leading a high-performing warehouse team.

Qualification details:

Matric (Grade 12)
Diploma in Supply Chain, Logistics, Warehousing, Operations Management, or related field

Experience

5–8 years' warehouse experience
Minimum 3 years in a supervisory role
FMCG, food manufacturing, cold chain, or distribution experience
Experience managing high-value inventory and inventory control systems

Candidate Essentials

Skills & Competencies:

Strong warehouse and inventory management capability
Leadership and team development skills
Excellent planning, organising, and problem-solving abilities
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Knowledge of FIFO, FEFO, stock control, and traceability requirements
Food safety and health & safety awareness
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset

Key Responsibilities

Manage all inbound raw material receipts from suppliers and off-site warehouses.
Oversee storage, stock rotation, and inventory control across ambient, chilled, and frozen warehouses.
Ensure accurate stock transactions, traceability, and inventory integrity.
Maintain material availability to support uninterrupted production.
Lead, coach, and develop warehouse and receiving personnel.
Drive compliance with food safety, quality, and health & safety standards.
Manage cycle counts, stock audits, and variance investigations.
Monitor warehouse KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Liaise with Procurement, Planning, Production, Quality, and Finance teams.
Safeguard high-value inventory and minimize stock losses.

Key Performance Areas

Inventory Accuracy
Receiving Accuracy
Material Availability to Production
Food Safety & Traceability Compliance
Stock Rotation (FIFO/FEFO)
Warehouse Productivity
Health & Safety Performance
Team Leadership & Development
Audit & Compliance Readiness
Cost Control & Loss Prevention

Shortlisted applicants will be required to undergo relevant psychometric assessments and interview screening.

*ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED*

Receiving and Warehouse Supervisor