Warehouse Supervisor

We are looking for an experienced, people-focused Warehouse Supervisor to run the day-to-day operations of our head office warehouse and directly manage the warehouse workforce.

This role is a critical operational buffer between the warehouse floor and the Warehouse & Procurement Manager. The Warehouse Supervisor ensures that daily execution, staff management, inventory movement and operational discipline are handled effectively, enabling the Warehouse & Procurement Manager to focus on strategic procurement, supplier management and long-term operational planning.

This is a hands-on role, suited to someone who is excellent with people, structured in their approach and experienced in running warehouse operations in a fast-moving, scaling environment.

If you are energised by leading people on the warehouse floor, bringing structure and discipline to fast-moving operations and contributing directly to ikeja's mission of transforming connectivity in South Africa's townships, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of day-to-day warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, dispatch, returns and stock flow
• Manage fast-moving inventory between Head Office and regional operations, ensuring accuracy and availability
• Allocate daily tasks and priorities to the warehouse team to meet operational demands
• Oversee inventory control, including stock movements, cycle counts, reconciliations and variance resolution
• Ensure a safe, organised and efficient warehouse environment at all times
• Directly manage and lead a multi-skilled warehouse team, including attendance, task allocation and performance oversight
• Train, coach and develop team members to improve efficiency, accountability, and flexibility
• Act as the first point of escalation for warehouse staff and operational issues
• Support operational procurement activities, including purchase requests, supplier follow-ups and documentation accuracy
• Ensure accurate use of warehouse software and maintain data integrity
• Provide regular operational feedback and reporting to the Warehouse & Procurement Manager
• Support audits, compliance requirements and adherence to company policies and safety standards
• Identify inefficiencies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide hands-on operational support as required and assist with ad hoc operational projects.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Warehouse Management, Business or a related field
• 3 - 5 years' experience in overseeing warehouse operations, inventory or logistics
• At least 2 years in a supervisory or people-management role
• Proven experience managing warehouse staff directly
• Experience in a fast-paced, tech, electronics or distribution environment is advantageous

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong hands-on experience in day-to-day warehouse operations
• Solid understanding of inventory control, stock movement and accuracy
• Proven people management and supervisory capability
• Ability to lead, train and manage a multi-skilled warehouse team
• Experience working with warehouse software or stock management systems
• Strong organisational, planning and prioritisation skills
• High attention to detail with a disciplined, process-driven approach
• Practical problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally
• High levels of ownership, accountability and reliability

Benefits

• The opportunity to grow both in your personal and professional capacity
• Health insurance and provident fund
• Access to an online wellness platform, providing free and confidential support from licensed therapists.

How to apply:

To apply for this role, please submit a resume outlining your experience and qualifications as part of this process.

Closing date: 22 January 2026

Should you not hear from us within 14 working days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.