Warehouse Manager - Dar es Salaam

About the role

Africa Global Logistics South Africa is recruiting a permanent warehouse manager for its Tanzania operations in Dar es Salaam. The role leads and manages all warehouse operations, ensuring efficient, safe and cost-effective performance, and is accountable for customer service delivery, financial management, system optimisation, inventory control and team leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, manage and control the warehouse P&L and budget, monitor costs including transport and drive operational efficiencies.
• Ensure agreed KPIs and service level agreements (SLAs) are met, and build strong customer relationships.
• Oversee daily warehouse operations, manage warehouse systems and monitor picking performance, stock flow and operational outputs.
• Ensure accurate inventory management, oversee stock counts, rotation (FIFO) and compliance with pallet standards.
• Lead and develop warehouse staff, conduct performance appraisals and monitor attendance and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with the OHS Act, company policies and safety standards, maintain security of people, stock and assets, manage hazardous goods and enforce housekeeping standards (6S).
• Drive continuous improvement in processes, productivity and cost control.

Required profile

• Grade 12 (Matric); a relevant tertiary qualification is advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in logistics, including management experience.
• Proven financial and budget management capability.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of pick-and-pack operations and warehouse systems.
• Knowledge of SQAS and hazardous goods handling is advantageous.