Warehouse Manager at African Logistic Services (2019-10 – 2024-12)
Managed comprehensive warehouse operations including opening/closing, inventory management, compliance with SARS regulations, and client communications.
- Managed the opening and closing operations of the warehouse effectively
- Updated daily staff attendance schedules to ensure accurate records
- Guaranteed the correct receipt and dispatch of goods with system generated documents to notify clients and release drivers
- Conducted final checks on vehicles before loading and unloading to maintain operational integrity
- Oversaw daily warehouse operations to ensure smooth functionality
- Arranged vehicles for loading bonded and non-bonded cargo, optimizing logistics
- Maintained compliance with SARS regulations by managing and updating the Bond Store and Bond Register
- Ensured correct cargo was loaded out with appropriate documentation to comply with shipping regulations
- Liaised with transporters to plan delivery schedules for import containers for storage, cross-docking for delivery
- Managed and oversaw staff and office requirements efficiently
- Ensured cargo was cleaned, packed, stacked and racked properly to prevent damage and loss
- Maintained communication with clients on shipments, arrivals, collections and deliveries to enhance service quality
- Conducted weekly stock counts, optimizing stock and inventory management practices
- Executed daily housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and efficient work environment
- Ensured Staff, equipment and workflow adhered to standard operating procedures (SOP)
- Performed daily equipment checks, including work tools and fire safety equipment, to ensure safety standards
- Monitored vehicle usage, mileage, service, fuel consumption and daily expenditures closely to control costs
- Coordinated vehicle collection and delivery logistics (LCL, Airfreight) for operational efficiency
- Executed general office duties, ensuring document updates were timely, processing transporter invoices for payment and managing creditors and debtors effectively
- Processed and finalized all invoicing for cartage, unpacking, handling and storage services rendered
- Updated warehouse reports promptly, including warehouse sales, stock counts, warehouse daily transactions and daily work schedules to facilitate operational oversight
- Ensured staff were equipped with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Focused on staff and equipment safety, implementing safety protocols
Shipping Coordinator at Rand York Castings (Pty) Ltd (2010-05 – 2018-08)
Coordinated shipping operations and export documentation for international and local shipments.
- Received and executed instructions from production planning for export shipments
- Coordinated efforts with multiple shipping lines to facilitate logistics operations
- Updated vessel arrival and departure dates within system for timely planning
- Checked with container depots for equipment availability to ensure streamlined shipping
- Collaborated with transporters for effective container placements
- Prepared and ensured accuracy of export documentation for shipments
- Conducted regular follow-ups and provided status reports on shipping progress
- Tracked Local and International containers to maintain an overview of shipments
- Managed email correspondence with clearing and forwarding agents to support the export process
- Consistently completed required daily and weekly reports in a timely manner
- Pre-advised export containers on NAVIS (Port System) to anticipate upcoming shipments
- Addressed customer inquiries and provided daily updates to clients
- Initiated contacts with vendors to research competitive freight rates, optimal shipping routes, resolve discrepancies and guarantee quality service
- Ensured all export documentation was disseminated to customers promptly
- Prepared shipments for airfreight, organizing logistics efficiently
- Processed commercial invoices, packing lists and Chamber of Commerce Documents
- Captured shipment details within the system accurately
- Notified customers of all shipments, updates and movements
