SENZO FINANCIAL MKHIZE
Warehouse Manager
MTHATHA,Eastern Cape
Summary
- Driven Warehouse Manager with 5-year history of promoting financial objective attainment through strategic personnel and materials management. Exceptional leadership and maintenance in warehouse operations. Reputation for high standards and accuracy.
- Goal-oriented Warehouse Manager delivering practical strategies to drive productivity, personnel retainment and process optimization. Excels in creative problem solving on complex operational issues. Proven success providing leadership to teams of 40+.
- Oversees warehouse operations to meet continuous internal and customer needs. Well-coordinated and decisive leader with expertise in program management, team building and performance optimization. Solid history of success in developing and maintaining best practices for successful high-volume fulfillment and supply chain management.
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Manager
SPAR Group
12.2019 - Current
- Streamlined operations for faster order processing by updating warehouse layout and organization.
- Oversaw implementation of sustainable practices within warehouse operations, reducing energy consumption and waste production.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
- Developed strong team of warehouse employees with comprehensive training programs and performance evaluations.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through timely order fulfillment and accurate inventory tracking.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations through regular inspections, staff training, and policy updates.
- Increased warehouse efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems and procedures.
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
- Communicated regularly with cross-functional teams to improve coordination between departments.
- Facilitated smooth expansion of warehouse space to accommodate business growth, overseeing construction projects and integration of new systems.
- Optimized transportation logistics, securing reliable carriers at competitive rates for efficient delivery times.
- Collaborated closely with sales department to address any issues related to product availability or shipment delays.
- Managed relationships with external partners such as suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries while minimizing disruptions in supply chain operations.
- Fostered a positive workplace culture that motivated employees to perform their best while maintaining high morale.
Development Manager Trainee
SPAR Group
01.2016 - 11.2019
- Engage with the retailer regarding the development of his/ her store.
- Guide the retailer in choosing the correct and cheaper supplier for each category before starting with the development.
- Appoint the chosen suppliers for each category.
- Optimized resource allocation for multiple projects, resulting in timely deliveries and increased customer satisfaction.
- Balanced competing priorities and resource constraints to deliver optimal results within the context of project timelines and budgetary restrictions.
Extra Heavy Duty Driver
SPAR Group
04.2008 - 12.2015
- Delivering goods to different stores around KwaZulu Natal and some part of the Eastern Cape.
- Checking stock during the offloading process for each store.
Merchandiser
The Cold Chain
11.2001 - 03.2008
- Placing orders for the stores.
- Streamlined merchandise presentation through consistent application of planograms and adherence to company guidelines.
- Maximized floor space utilization by rearranging fixtures according to changing business needs and customer traffic patterns.
- Collaborated with store management to develop promotional plans and execute timely merchandise resets.
- Supported loss prevention initiatives by maintaining awareness of potential security risks and alerting management when needed.
Education
No Degree - Science Education
Private School
Durban, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Vendor Relationship Management
Workflow Coordination
Floor Space Maximization
Staff Management
Cost Reduction
Equipment Maintenance
Documentation
Contract Negotiation
Loading and unloading
Employee Scheduling
Facility Security
Workforce Management
Route Optimization
Timeline
Warehouse Manager
SPAR Group
12.2019 - Current
Development Manager Trainee
SPAR Group
01.2016 - 11.2019
Extra Heavy Duty Driver
SPAR Group
04.2008 - 12.2015
Merchandiser
The Cold Chain
11.2001 - 03.2008
No Degree - Science Education
Private School
04.2001 -