VACANCIES

The above-mentioned position based in Boksburg and reporting to the

Branch Operations Manager has become available.

Preference will be given to suitably qualified Previously Disadvantaged Individuals.

PURPOSE

We are looking for a technically skilled and experienced Stores Manager to oversee the full operation of our warehouse and stores facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining efficient stores operations, managing staff, ensuring accurate stock control, and maintaining high standards of safety, cleanliness, and equipment management. Customer requirements are met effectively and efficiently in order to maintain customer service levels. In addition, to continuously strive for improvement of methods and systems.

This position requires a hands-on manager with strong technical knowledge of warehouse operations, lifting equipment, barcoding systems, and logistics coordination

KEY JOB FUNCTIONS

JOB OBJECTIVE(S)

Responsible for the efficient, cost-effective execution of all operations related to maintaining a workflow of incoming and outgoing parts.

As a Stores Manager you are responsible to ensure that all stores’ staff are performing in their respective areas, i.e. receiving, packaging, storage, quality inspections, order filling and shipping of parts to ELB Branches, workshops, dealers, and customers to support the end users.

MAIN TASKS / RESPONSIBILITIES

To accomplish these objectives, they will perform a variety of core tasks, these duties include and are not limited to:

• Manage the overall daily operations of the stores and warehouse, including receiving, storage, and dispatch.
• Maintain stores cleanliness, organization, and warehouse building maintenance.
• Oversee annual stock takes, cycle counts, and investigate stock shortages or stock outs.
• Ensure proper barcoding systems, scanners, and accurate bin location management.
• Supervise container unloading, stacking, and safe storage of materials.
• Oversee crane operations and crane/sling inspections.
• Ensure proper operation, inspections, and maintenance of forklifts and reach trucks, including battery charging systems.
• Monitor vehicle servicing and maintenance schedules.
• Conduct regular stores health and safety inspections and act as the 16.2 Representative.
• Ensure fire alarm awareness and reporting of safety issues.
• Manage and supervise all stores staff and drivers, including training, scheduling, and discipline.
• Coordinate dispatch, receiving, and late-shift logistics operations.
• Maintain oil container storage and general warehouse equipment maintenance.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Customer service
• Product knowledge, enhancing your sales processes
• Enhancing and following set out procedures
• Reduce customer complaints
• Cycle count accuracy
• Ability to manage people

WORK SKILLS

• Excellent time Management, managerial ability and strong organizational skills
• Highlymotivated individual, have a passion for your job
• The ability to work independently or as a part of a team
• Understand consequences of not taking corrective action
• Multitask, adaptable in different situations
• Possesses a continuous improvement culture
• Displays a strong customer service ethic
• Initiative and enthusiasm
• Excellent communication and ‘people skills’
• The ability to work calmly under pressure
• Computer literacy and proficient skills in Word, Excel and Outlook
• Good report writing skills
• Good Problem-solving skills
• Creative/ lateral thinking skills, understanding customers’ needs
• Strategic thinking skills, sales opportunity
• Interpretation skills, good listener, positive and willing to learn
• Good administrative skills
• Sense of urgency
• Continuous improvement mentality

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Formal schooling / degree: Tertiary qualification in supply-chain/logistics/ basic stores keeping or related (preferred)
• Minimum 5 -10 years’ experience in warehouse or stores management.
• Forklift license required.
• Reach truck license advantageous.
• Strong technical knowledge of warehouse equipment and operations.
• Experience with barcoding systems and scanning technology.
• Good computer literacy and administrative skills.
• Strong leadership and people management ability.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• A high level of enthusiasm, motivation and dedication.
• Numerical ability is essential and attention to detail.
• Able to work effectively under pressure.
• Knowledge of effective leadership experience.
• A proactive and challenging personality.
• Able to solve problems and be innovative and creative.
• Sound interpersonal skills (internal and external customer liaison).
• Must have own reliable transport.
• Prepared to work outside normal working hours.
• Team Leader.

Candidates that are interested and are suitably qualified are encouraged to apply by forwarding a copy of their CVs with the subject line being the position that they are applying for to Nadia Nundkisun by e-mail on or before 20 March 2026, late applications will not be considered. If you have not had a response a week after closing date please deem your application as unsuccessful.

Issue date 06 March 2026