TRG 2484 (Ladysmith) Logistics & Stores Supervisor

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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.

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.

• Grade 12 / Matric (essential).
• Relevant qualification in Logistics Supply Chain Stores or Warehouse Management (advantageous).
• Min 35 years 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 drivers 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.

Salary: R20 000 per month (CTC) Company Benefits

Start Date: ASAP

Type: Permanent