Barloworld Equipment Hiring Parts Warehouse Assistants

Job Title: Parts Warehouse Assistant

Grade: Global Grade 04
Location: [Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa]
Reporting to: Warehouse Supervisor / Manager

Job Purpose

The Parts Warehouse Assistant is responsible for supporting the efficient and accurate operation of the warehouse by managing inventory, ensuring timely order fulfillment, maintaining safety standards, and contributing to overall warehouse performance. This role is vital to maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and internal operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities / Outputs

• Meet and Exceed Daily KPIs
  Consistently perform tasks in line with or above daily Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including productivity, accuracy, and efficiency targets.

• Order Fulfillment
  Pick, pack, and dispatch customer orders correctly and on time, ensuring adherence to order specifications, delivery deadlines, and quality requirements.

• SOP Compliance and Safety
  Execute all duties in accordance with company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and health and safety guidelines. Maintain a safe working environment and immediately report any hazards or unsafe practices.

• Stock Control and Maintenance
  Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records. Conduct regular stock counts and help minimize stock losses or damages through proper handling and storage of parts.

• Inventory Accuracy
  Ensure correct picking, binning, labeling, and location tracking of parts to maintain a high level of inventory accuracy and efficient stock rotation.

• Discrepancy Resolution
  Investigate and resolve stock variances quickly and effectively. Work with team leaders and inventory controllers to implement preventative measures against recurring discrepancies.

• Housekeeping
  Maintain clean and organized work areas, including shelves, floors, and equipment. Comply with the company’s 5S or similar housekeeping standards.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum of Grade 12 (Matric) certificate

• Valid Driver’s Licence

• Eligible and willing to be trained as a Forklift Operator

Skills and Competencies

• Customer Service Orientation: Understand and respond to customer needs promptly and professionally.

• Basic Parts Knowledge: Familiarity with vehicle or machinery parts and stock handling procedures is an advantage.

• Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication; able to interact effectively with team members and supervisors.

• Instruction Following: Ability to understand and follow standard instructions and procedures with minimal supervision.

• Self-Motivation: Demonstrates initiative and the ability to work independently while also contributing to team goals.

• Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy in all tasks including stock counts, data entry, and order fulfillment.

• Numerical Skills: Capable of working with numbers to count, match, and reconcile stock effectively.

• Computer Literacy: Basic proficiency with warehouse management systems or inventory software, as well as general PC use.

• Troubleshooting Ability: Capacity to identify issues with stock or processes and assist in implementing corrective actions.

• Team Player: Willingness to assist and cooperate with colleagues in achieving overall warehouse goals.

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