Warehouse/Storeroom Supervisor (Port Elizabeth-Newton Park)

SUMMARY:
A well-established automotive business is seeking a hands-on, detail-driven Automotive Parts Storeroom / Warehouse Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of the parts warehouse, storeroom, and driver fleet function.
The successful candidate will be responsible for stock control, warehouse coordination, dispatch and receiving processes, driver supervision, route coordination, and ensuring accurate inventory management within a fast-paced automotive environment. This role requires strong operational leadership, excellent organizational ability, and experience within automotive parts warehousing and logistics operations.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

▪ Supervise daily warehouse and storeroom operations
▪ Manage receiving, dispatching, picking, packing, and stock allocation
▪ Ensure accurate inventory control and cycle counts
▪ Monitor stock movement, shortages, damages, and discrepancies
▪ Maintain effective warehouse layout and storage systems
▪ Supervise warehouse staff and delivery drivers
▪ Coordinate driver schedules, deliveries, routes, and vehicle usage
▪ Monitor driver performance, attendance, and delivery efficiency
▪ Ensure compliance with health & safety and company procedures
▪ Coordinate with procurement, workshop, and sales departments
▪ Manage supplier deliveries and returns processes
▪ Ensure ERP/system stock accuracy and reporting
▪ Maintain housekeeping and operational efficiency standards

Minimum Requirements

✔ Previous experience in automotive parts warehousing or storeroom supervision
✔ Experience supervising drivers and logistics coordination
✔ Strong stock control and inventory management experience
✔ Knowledge of automotive parts and components
✔ Experience working on ERP / warehouse management systems
✔ Strong leadership and team management ability
✔ Good administrative and reporting skills
✔ Forklift license advantageous
✔ Valid driver’s license essential
✔ Ability to work accurately under pressure

Competencies

▪ Strong leadership and supervisory skills
▪ Excellent organizational and planning ability
▪ Strong attention to detail
▪ Problem-solving mindset
▪ Deadline and process driven
▪ Strong communication and people management skills
▪ High level of accountability and reliability

 

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