SUMMARY:
An opportunity has become available for an experienced LOGISTICS & STORES SUPERVISOR to join a well-established manufacturing operation based in Ladysmith.
POSITION INFO:
Title: Logistics & Stores Supervisor
Area: Ladysmith
Industry: Manufacturing / Engineering / Supply Chain & Warehousing
Ref No.: TRG 2484
Salary: R20 000 per month (CTC) + Company Benefits
Start Date: ASAP
Type: Permanent
Special Instructions: Local residency preferred. Must be willing to work extended hours when operational demands require.
An opportunity has become available for an experienced LOGISTICS & STORES SUPERVISOR to join a well-established manufacturing operation based in Ladysmith.
This role is ideally suited to a practical, detail-driven individual with strong experience in transport coordination, stock control, stores administration, and team supervision. The successful candidate will divide their time approximately 50% between administration and systems control, and 50% supervising daily logistics and warehouse activities.
The position plays a critical role in ensuring that outbound deliveries, transport bookings, stock accuracy, and documentation are executed professionally and in full compliance with company procedures and legal requirements.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Logistics & Transport Coordination
- Coordinate and book approved external trucking and transport service providers.
- Schedule loads according to production and customer delivery requirements.
- Verify load weights and ensure vehicles are not overloaded.
- Check all transport documentation, licences, permits, and compliance paperwork.
- Ensure delivery notes and dispatch documentation are accurately captured and processed.
- Liaise with the accounts department regarding orders, invoicing, and supporting documentation.
- Monitor transport pricing and assist with freight cost comparisons and controls.
- Track deliveries and follow up on outstanding or delayed shipments.
Stores & Stock Control
- Manage daily, weekly, and monthly stock counts.
- Prepare count sheets and reconcile variances.
- Maintain accurate stores records, filing systems, and stock reports.
- Ensure proper stock issuing, receiving, and document control.
- Assist with stock tracing, investigation, and reporting.
Administration & Reporting
- Capture and maintain accurate information on spreadsheets and company systems.
- Prepare operational reports for management.
- Maintain filing and document control to audit-ready standards.
- Use Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook extensively.
- Work on ERP systems such as SYSPRO (highly advantageous).
Team Supervision
- Supervise approximately three general workers / logistics assistants.
- Allocate daily tasks and monitor productivity.
- Ensure safe and efficient loading, housekeeping, and stores discipline.
- Support staff training and adherence to procedures.
Internal Coordination
- Liaise with head office, suppliers, transporters, and internal departments.
- Support production, procurement, finance, and dispatch functions.
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
- Grade 12 / Matric (essential).
- Relevant qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain, Stores, or Warehouse Management (advantageous).
- Min 3–5 years’ exp. in logistics, stores, warehouse, or transport coordination within a manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience coordinating external transport providers and dispatch activities.
- Strong stock control and inventory management experience.
- Good understanding of transport compliance documentation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and spreadsheet reporting.
- ERP system experience, particularly SYSPRO, highly advantageous.
- Good numerical and reconciliation skills.
- Strong administrative and organisational abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Leadership experience supervising small teams.
- Valid driver’s licence advantageous.
- Willingness to work after hours when operationally required.
- Traceable & contactable references.
- Ladysmith residency preferred, or willingness to relocate.
- Submit CV (Word / PDF) to , quoting Ref # TRG 2483.
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
- Only applications from suitably experienced candidates who meet the requirements of this vacancy will be considered.
- Interested candidates must submit their updated CV (Word / PDF) via email to , quoting the correct Ref. Number (TRG 2484) in the subject line.
Please attach all relevant supporting documentation, including (where applicable):
- Tertiary and secondary qualifications
- Professional memberships and/or partnerships
- Trade, training, and/or in-house certificates
- Relevant operating, vehicle, hardware, or equipment licences
- Previous employment references with contactable details
- Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates who meet the minimum requirements.
- If you do not receive feedback within three (3) weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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