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Warehouse Controller - SAB Springfield Depot at The South African Breweries (SAB)
The South African Breweries (SAB)
October 3, 2026
Full-time
On-site
End Date: October 6, 2026
Key Responsibilities:
Excellence Programmes
Implement and ensure compliance with the DPO Excellence Program.
Safety
Ensure full compliance with OSHA and all relevant safety regulations.
Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation plans.
Collaborate with Fleet & Safety Supervisor to maintain forklift schedules.
Analyse safety performance, identify trends, and drive improvements.
Lead by example to foster a culture of shared safety responsibility.
Investigate incidents, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Develop CAPEX plans to enhance warehouse safety.
Oversee onboarding and training for all warehouse staff.
Ensure emergency preparedness and conduct monthly safety reviews with DC management.
Complete annual risk reviews and implement mitigation strategies.
Quality
Ensure adherence to DPO quality standards, including GOPs.
Conduct product quality induction programs for all staff.
Maintain quality standards for all inbound and outbound logistics (FEFO, BB date, batch management).
Ensure proper stock storage and compliance with freshness and rotation policies.
Collaborate with quality teams to quarantine, inspect, and release goods.
Track and analyse quality issues, working cross-functionally to improve KPIs.
Manage warehouse cleanliness, pest control, cross-contamination, temperature control, and product exposure.
Achieve at least 75% compliance with Global Warehouse GOP.
Implement and maintain a location-based inventory system.
Execute action plans to address Stock Age Index KPIs.
Ensure adherence to blocking standards for non-conforming inventory.
Track and improve sorting productivity and reduce breakage costs.
Ensure 100% compliance with quality induction training for warehouse staff.
Manage distribution returns and repacking operations in line with quality standards.
Contractor/3PL Management
Manage third-party contractors in line with SLAs and local legislation.
Ensure contractor alignment with business strategy and foster strong business partnerships.
Monitor contractor productivity and compliance with safety requirements.
Statutory Compliance
Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards.
Maintain site housekeeping and comply with all relevant legislation.
Financial Management
Develop and manage budgets and forecasts.
Control expenditures and minimise overtime and temporary staff usage.
Authorise expenditures and ensure compliance with procurement policies.
Identify and implement financial optimisation opportunities.
Monitor general ledger accounts and analyse monthly financial performance.
Optimise SCOH management through problem-solving.
People Management
Enhance team capability through coaching, training, and development programs such as SKAP, One on Ones, IDP)
Manage employee performance, attendance, and leave in line with company policies.
Foster a positive industrial relations climate and support cross-functional learning.
Ensure all employees are informed about business policies and procedures.
Inventory Management
Ensure daily stock counts and investigate variances between ERP and physical inventory count.
Conduct monthly counts of all materials and SKUs as per MICs requirements.
Mitigate risks of obsolescence write-offs.
Manage inventory KPIs (e.g., stock posting time, inventory accuracy, OOR, DOI).
Ensure compliance with inventory policies and close gaps using management tools.
Inbound & Outbound Logistics
Address escalations in delivery schedules and inbound plans promptly.
Monitor outbound plans to manage warehouse capacity and ensure OTIF.
Manage KPIs related to inbound and outbound processes.
Ensure reliable supply of returnable containers to prevent production stoppages.
Oversee bin card processes and resolve discrepancies.
Implement returnable asset management strategies and hold customers accountable for sorting standards.
Drive process improvements in picking, sorting, decanting, overpacking, and repacking.
Loss and Overhead Management
Ensure ERP transactions accurately reflect all loss points in logistics operations.
Implement routines to ensure losses are correctly recorded and drive problem-solving.
Reduce supply chain overheads through effective use of problem-solving tools.
Forklift and Warehouse Management
Oversee permit-to-work management and supplier performance against SLAs.
Ensure 5S compliance and proper warehouse layout for all activities.
Track and manage warehouse management tools for ABC compliance.
Audit and Compliance
Ensure compliance with LCA and DPO audit requirements.
Manage procure to pay (PTP) processes and resolve GRIR/VIM queries.
General
Liaise with internal and external customers to support team goals.
Ensure routines are in place for finished goods warehousing and KPI management.
Oversee site security and conduct random verifications.
Drive productivity and effective customer service delivery.
Manage stakeholder engagement and relationships.
Minimum Requirements:
3-year relevant diploma or degree required.
Minimum of 3 years' experience in warehouse and/or logistics operations (preferred).
Advanced computer proficiency, including MS Office, Oasis, and handheld devices.
Proficient in SAP.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Superior planning and organisational abilities.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure.
Strong self-management and time management practices.
High achievement orientation and results-driven mindset.
Proven ability to adapt to and implement change effectively.
Excellent coaching and mentoring capabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Excellence Programmes
Implement and ensure compliance with the DPO Excellence Program.
Safety
Ensure full compliance with OSHA and all relevant safety regulations.
Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation plans.
Collaborate with Fleet & Safety Supervisor to maintain forklift schedules.
Analyse safety performance, identify trends, and drive improvements.
Lead by example to foster a culture of shared safety responsibility.
Investigate incidents, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Develop CAPEX plans to enhance warehouse safety.
Oversee onboarding and training for all warehouse staff.
Ensure emergency preparedness and conduct monthly safety reviews with DC management.
Complete annual risk reviews and implement mitigation strategies.
Quality
Ensure adherence to DPO quality standards, including GOPs.
Conduct product quality induction programs for all staff.
Maintain quality standards for all inbound and outbound logistics (FEFO, BB date, batch management).
Ensure proper stock storage and compliance with freshness and rotation policies.
Collaborate with quality teams to quarantine, inspect, and release goods.
Track and analyse quality issues, working cross-functionally to improve KPIs.
Manage warehouse cleanliness, pest control, cross-contamination, temperature control, and product exposure.
Achieve at least 75% compliance with Global Warehouse GOP.
Implement and maintain a location-based inventory system.
Execute action plans to address Stock Age Index KPIs.
Ensure adherence to blocking standards for non-conforming inventory.
Track and improve sorting productivity and reduce breakage costs.
Ensure 100% compliance with quality induction training for warehouse staff.
Manage distribution returns and repacking operations in line with quality standards.
Contractor/3PL Management
Manage third-party contractors in line with SLAs and local legislation.
Ensure contractor alignment with business strategy and foster strong business partnerships.
Monitor contractor productivity and compliance with safety requirements.
Statutory Compliance
Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards.
Maintain site housekeeping and comply with all relevant legislation.
Financial Management
Develop and manage budgets and forecasts.
Control expenditures and minimise overtime and temporary staff usage.
Authorise expenditures and ensure compliance with procurement policies.
Identify and implement financial optimisation opportunities.
Monitor general ledger accounts and analyse monthly financial performance.
Optimise SCOH management through problem-solving.
People Management
Enhance team capability through coaching, training, and development programs such as SKAP, One on Ones, IDP)
Manage employee performance, attendance, and leave in line with company policies.
Foster a positive industrial relations climate and support cross-functional learning.
Ensure all employees are informed about business policies and procedures.
Inventory Management
Ensure daily stock counts and investigate variances between ERP and physical inventory count.
Conduct monthly counts of all materials and SKUs as per MICs requirements.
Mitigate risks of obsolescence write-offs.
Manage inventory KPIs (e.g., stock posting time, inventory accuracy, OOR, DOI).
Ensure compliance with inventory policies and close gaps using management tools.
Inbound & Outbound Logistics
Address escalations in delivery schedules and inbound plans promptly.
Monitor outbound plans to manage warehouse capacity and ensure OTIF.
Manage KPIs related to inbound and outbound processes.
Ensure reliable supply of returnable containers to prevent production stoppages.
Oversee bin card processes and resolve discrepancies.
Implement returnable asset management strategies and hold customers accountable for sorting standards.
Drive process improvements in picking, sorting, decanting, overpacking, and repacking.
Loss and Overhead Management
Ensure ERP transactions accurately reflect all loss points in logistics operations.
Implement routines to ensure losses are correctly recorded and drive problem-solving.
Reduce supply chain overheads through effective use of problem-solving tools.
Forklift and Warehouse Management
Oversee permit-to-work management and supplier performance against SLAs.
Ensure 5S compliance and proper warehouse layout for all activities.
Track and manage warehouse management tools for ABC compliance.
Audit and Compliance
Ensure compliance with LCA and DPO audit requirements.
Manage procure to pay (PTP) processes and resolve GRIR/VIM queries.
General
Liaise with internal and external customers to support team goals.
Ensure routines are in place for finished goods warehousing and KPI management.
Oversee site security and conduct random verifications.
Drive productivity and effective customer service delivery.
Manage stakeholder engagement and relationships.
Minimum Requirements:
3-year relevant diploma or degree required.
Minimum of 3 years' experience in warehouse and/or logistics operations (preferred).
Advanced computer proficiency, including MS Office, Oasis, and handheld devices.
Proficient in SAP.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Superior planning and organisational abilities.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure.
Strong self-management and time management practices.
High achievement orientation and results-driven mindset.
Proven ability to adapt to and implement change effectively.
Excellent coaching and mentoring capabilities.