Assistant Warehouse Manager

Overview Purpose of the Role

To oversee the efficient and secure operation of the storeroom, ensuring accurate stock management, adherence to safety and company policies, and the timely issuing and receiving of stock to support workshop and operational requirements.

Stock Management & Inventory Control

• Conduct and supervise regular physical stock counts.
• Receive stock into Fenya system and process GRNs (Goods Received Notes).
• Issue stock to job cards and manage attic stock replenishment.
• Process IBT (Inter-Branch Transfer) stock and returns.
• Record serial numbers for panels, batteries, and inverters.
• Physically count and record stock returned by foremen.
• Ensure correct picking and packing according to daily job cards.
• Assist the Branch Manager with variance investigations.

Storeroom Operations & Maintenance

• Maintain storeroom neatness, layout, and organization.
• Ensure storeroom is locked and secure at all times.
• Oversee forklift maintenance and safe operation.
• Ensure necessary health & safety signage is displayed and maintained.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping within the storeroom.

Team Supervision & Delegation

• Organize and delegate duties to the Assistant Storeman and storeroom staff.
• Supervise stock counts and daily activities.
• Ensure storeroom staff comply with Alumo policies and safety regulations.

Administrative Duties

• Compile and file job packs.
• Action Jot Form requests for attic, consumable, and additional stock on Fenya.
• Ensure accurate documentation of all stock movements.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
• Promote a culture of safety within the storeroom team.
• Ensure storeroom operations meet health, safety, and environmental standards.

Planning & Coordination

• Plan and coordinate stores and warehousing activities to support operational efficiency.
• Optimize layout and workflow for improved productivity.

• Grade 12 / Matric certificate.
• Valid forklift license and experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years experience in a stores/warehouse supervisory role.
• Proficiency in inventory management systems (Fenya experience advantageous).
• Experience with GRNs, stock counts, and inventory control.
• Strong understanding of health & safety regulations.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning abilities.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Problem-solving and investigative skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Computer literate (MS Office, inventory software).

• Reliable and trustworthy.
• Proactive and hands-on.
• Methodical and systematic.
• Team player with supervisory confidence.

• Primarily storeroom/warehouse environment.
• Regular physical activity including lifting, stacking, and counting stock.
• Forklift operation as required.
• May require overtime during stock counts or peak periods.