Receiving Manager

About the role

Pedros is looking for a Receiving Manager to oversee all receiving operations so that incoming goods, materials and supplies are received accurately, inspected, recorded and stored efficiently. The role ensures compliance with company policies, inventory control procedures, safety regulations and quality standards, and leads the receiving team to operational excellence.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and supervise all receiving activities for incoming stock, materials and equipment
• Verify deliveries against purchase orders, invoices and delivery notes
• Ensure accurate counting, inspection and recording of received goods
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies, shortages, damages and delivery errors
• Coordinate unloading and movement of goods to storage locations
• Supervise, train and develop receiving staff, allocate workloads and monitor performance
• Liaise with suppliers, transport providers, procurement teams and internal departments
• Prepare and submit receiving, inventory and performance reports; maintain records for audits and compliance
• Monitor receiving KPIs and recommend process improvements

Required profile

• Matric
• Degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or similar
• 3-5 years' experience in warehouse receiving, inventory control or logistics operations
• At least 2 years' supervisory or management experience
• FIFO and FEFO understanding

Required skills

• WMS experience
• Strong knowledge of receiving, warehousing and inventory control procedures
• Leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and inventory management software