Logistics Manager

About the role

A well-established electrical company founded in 1966 in the northern suburbs of Cape Town is looking for a reliable, well organised and hands-on Logistics Manager. The successful candidate will manage stock, deliveries and collections, and look after the storeroom and company vehicles.

Key responsibilities

• Control stock, issue materials and equipment to technicians and electricians, and monitor stock levels, reporting shortages or damaged items.
• Keep the storeroom clean, safe and well organised, and ensure all tools, equipment and materials are properly recorded and accounted for.
• Ensure deliveries and collections are completed on time with the correct documentation, delivery notes and logistics paperwork.
• Assist with loading and offloading materials safely.
• Carry out routine vehicle inspections, keep vehicles roadworthy and clean, and report defects, damage or maintenance needs promptly.

Required profile

• Male candidate required; Afrikaans/English speaking.
• Valid EB driver's licence strongly recommended; confident and safe driver with experience driving company vehicles.
• At least 2 years of store knowledge of materials, tools and equipment is an advantage.
• Physically fit and able to help with loading and offloading.
• Honest, reliable, punctual, able to work independently, with good organisational, communication and time-management skills.

Required skills

• Background in electrical (not electronics) components.
• Working knowledge of the OMNI accounts system preferred.
• Basic computer skills and good record-keeping.