Overview
Warehouse Supervisor – UPD Cape Town (Wholesale Outbound) Jobs in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa at Clicks Group
Title: Warehouse Supervisor – UPD Cape Town (Wholesale Outbound)
Company: Clicks Group
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Listing reference: click_020129
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 25 May 2025
Position Summary
Industry: Pharmaceutical Sector
Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain
Location: Cape Town
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
About Our Company
Clicks Group
Introduction
We are looking to recruit a Warehouse Supervisor in our Wholesale outbound: Pick/Check/Pack or at our Dispatch department to work for United Pharmaceutical Distributors (UPD). The role will be based at the Cape Town branch and will report to the Department Manager. The Warehouse Supervisor must be able to work shifts as per operational requirements.
Job Description
Job Purpose:
Responsible for the effective and accurate management and control of of picking, checking and packing or dispatch teams within the warehouse ensuring good Wholesale and Distribution practice is applied
Job Objectives
Effective supervision and control of the picking, checking, packing and dispatch functions
Adherence to compliance, SOP’s and company policies (SHEQ, QA)
Productivity management – Capacity management, order processing cycle time, manning utilization, unplanned downtime
Equipment up-time and maintenance – Asset inspections and reports are performed as required
Reporting on daily performance and Order status and be able to drive efficiency using WMS data
Daily/Weekly/Monthly management reports
Attainment of daily operational targets
Order processing within required turnaround times. (Transfers and sales orders)
Conduct and supervise cycle counting and bin check process
Return stock to vendor / claims generated by operations
Inventory and Receiving departments for both Wholesale and Distribution
Housekeeping
Management of quality and output levels
Performance management of staff, staff training and discipline
Set targets and deadlines for direct reports
Assistance of stock counts within FMCG, PDC and Distribution
Control and resolution of order disputes / claims internally and externally
Manage staff compliment for overtime when required
The new Supervisor must be able to work shifts (day, afternoon or nightshift) as per operational requirements
Process staff time and attendance message on SAP
Minimum Requirements
Experience and Education:
Matric/NQF Level 4 (Essential)
Relevant Tertiary Qualifications (Advantageous)
3 years experience in a logistic/warehouse environment (Essential)
1-2 years supervisory/people management experience
Job Related Knowledge And Skills
Computer skills on MS Office (Word and Excel)
ERP/WMS Systems experience (SAP & KNAPP highly advantageous)
Financial background- Budget
Excel (Reports)
Competencies Required
Communicate effectively at all levels
Excellent negotiating skills
Strong planning and co-coordinating skills
Ability to work in a team and independently
Ability to work under pressure / time deadlines
Honesty and integrity
Attention to detail
Excellent Time Management Skills