Purpose of the Role
To support the Logistics Supervisor in the day-to-day management of warehouse and distribution activities at the Nelspruit branch. This role ensures the execution of critical warehouse processes including health and safety compliance, cycle counts, dispatch and receiving checks, forklift and vehicle inspections, and housekeeping standards. The Assistant Logistics Supervisor also plays a key leadership role on the floor to uphold team discipline, accuracy, and operational readiness.
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations Support
- Assist with daily coordination of dispatch, receiving, and internal warehouse movement.
- Physically check all goods received against supplier documents and internal POs.
- Oversee the loading process each morning to ensure all goods are checked and accounted for before dispatch.
- Maintain operational flow in line with stock rotation, bin location accuracy, and FIFO principles.
Stock Control & Cycle Counts
- Lead the execution of daily cycle counts as per the logistics plan.
- Investigate all variances and submit detailed variance reports to the Logistics Supervisor with root causes and corrective actions.
- Promote ownership of stock accuracy among team members.
Health & Safety, FSSC & Compliance
- Conduct daily toolbox talks and ensure attendance is recorded.
- Complete and file daily forklift checklists and vehicle inspection sheets.
- Maintain all safety files, registers, and checklists in line with Health & Safety and FSSC standards.
- Ensure full compliance with all safety procedures and proactively address risks or non-compliance.
- Support preparation for internal and external audits.
People Leadership & Discipline
- Support the Logistics Supervisor in daily staff oversight, timekeeping, and task execution.
- Uphold discipline and teamwork standards on the warehouse floor.
- Provide on-the-job coaching and corrective action as needed.
Housekeeping & Warehouse Standards
- Conduct daily housekeeping inspections and ensure the warehouse is clean, safe, and audit-ready.
- Monitor and enforce segregation of stock, correct labelling, and racking safety.
- Ensure all required documentation is properly completed, filed, and accessible.
Key Interfaces
- Logistics Supervisor: Daily coordination and performance reporting.
- Warehouse Team: Oversight, discipline, and process adherence.
- Receiving/Dispatch Clerks: Alignment on goods movement and documentation.
- Health & Safety Officer / Internal Auditors: Compliance and audit readiness.
- Drivers / Vehicle Operators: Daily pre-dispatch checks and inspection coordination.
Key Deliverables
- Accurate daily cycle counts and fully investigated variance reports.
- Clean and compliant warehouse aligned to FSSC and Health & Safety standards.
- Completed and filed forklift and vehicle inspection checklists.
- Accurate dispatch and receiving checks performed daily.
- Toolbox talks conducted and recorded consistently.
- Disciplined and motivated warehouse team performance.
Skills & Competencies Required
- Strong attention to detail and process discipline.
- Understanding of warehouse safety, compliance, and FSSC standards.
- Hands-on leadership and team coordination.
- Good written and verbal communication.
- High level of accountability and personal responsibility.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: R12 000,00 - R15 000,00 per month
Work Location: In person
