Supply Chain Warehouse Operator

We are seeking a skilled Supply Chain Warehouse Operator in the Centurion area.

Supply Chain Warehouse Operator Report to: Operations
Seniority Level: Mid Career (4 - 6 yrs exp)
Type: Temp

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Key responsibilities
  • Stock control
    • Monitor and control inventory levels of raw materials, ingredients, packaging materials, and finished products.
    • Enforce stock rotation procedures to minimise spoilage and waste.
    • Conduct regular cycle counts, stocktakes, and reconciliations.
    • Manage lot/batch traceability and expiry dates.
    • Process and verify all inventory transactions accurately.
    • Collaborate with various teams for inventory alignment.
    • Generate and analyse inventory reports.
    • Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics.
    • Support continuous improvement initiatives.
    • Participate in audits and train warehouse staff.
• Procurement
  • Lead purchasing for assigned categories.
  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies.
  • Manage purchase orders and resolve discrepancies.
  • Negotiate prices, terms, and schedules.
• Supplier management
  • Build and maintain supplier relationships.
  • Monitor supplier performance and conduct audits.
  • Support supplier qualification.
• Logistics & distribution
  • Optimise logistics and route planning.
  • Oversee warehousing activities.
  • Manage customs clearance and compliance.
• Team supervision & operations
  • Supervise procurement/logistics staff.
  • Ensure timely issue resolution.
  • Maintain accurate records.
• Cost control & continuous improvement
  • Implement process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Monitor spend and participate in sourcing projects.
• Data & reporting
  • Maintain data and prepare reports.
  • Support month-end closing and reconciliation.
• Compliance & safety
  • Ensure regulatory compliance and safety.

• Education:
  
  Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management or related field preferred.
• Experience:
  
  4-6 years in procurement and logistics with 1-2 years in a supervisory capacity preferred.
• Systems:
  Experience with ERP systems and proficiency in Excel.
• Certifications:
  
  CIPS, APICS/CSCP, CPIM, CILF or equivalent (desirable).

• Negotiation, analytical ability, organisation, leadership, communication, problem-solving, attention to detail.
• Physical requirements:
  
  Ability to spend time on warehouse floor as needed.

• Purchase order cycle time and accuracy.
• Cost savings achieved vs target.
• On-time deliveries, freight cost, supplier metrics.
• Inventory availability and discrepancies.
• Resolution time for incidents or disputes.